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Garlic Butter Roasted Cauliflower

A delightful side dish with crispy edges and tender centers infused with garlicky, buttery goodness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium head cauliflower cut into florets
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter or more olive oil, if preferred
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat
  • ½ lemon juice

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Rinse the cauliflower florets under cold water and pat them dry.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, melted butter, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and optional red pepper flakes.
  4. Add the cauliflower florets into the bowl and toss well until coated.
  5. Arrange the coated florets on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for about 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  6. Once fork-tender and golden, drizzle lemon juice over the cauliflower.
  7. Serve hot alongside your favorite main dish or enjoy as a standalone side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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