Who knew cauliflower could become a new family favorite to bring to the fall table! This is another awesome easy side dish for a quick weeknight meal. Just toss it all together and pop it in the oven for a flavorful, low carb side that pairs well with everything from poultry to beef and pork roasts. Add the optional crushed red pepper flakes to give it a little kick!
This recipe is Keto-friendly and Low Carb. If you are eating Whole 30, skip the Parmesan. There are 54 calories in a 1/8 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, which breaks down to 60% fat, 4% carbs, 36% protein.

Spicy Roasted Cauliflower
Prep 5 minutes, Cook 25-27 minutes, Serves 4
Ingredients
- 1 large head cauliflower, rinsed, dried, and separated into florets
- 3 T. extra virgin olive oil
- 2 – 3 cloves garlic, peeled and finely minced
- Optional: 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated, divided
Directions
- Preheat oven to 450˚F and line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add cauliflower florets, olive oil, minced garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes to a large bowl and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Spread seasoned cauliflower on prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 20-25 minutes at 450˚F, stirring once to ensure cauliflower cooks evenly.
- Remove from oven and set the broiler to high. Evenly sprinkle cauliflower with ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese and place under the broiler until golden brown (approximately 2 minutes).
- Remove from oven and sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
These two cauliflower recipes are pretty tasty too: Cauliflower & Goat Cheese Soup and Cauliflower “Macaroni and Cheese”.
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Yum! This looks delicious and easy.
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Thank you! 🙂
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I love quick and easy recipes 😉
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I do too! And roasted vegetables are the best! 🙂
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I love dishes with cauliflower
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Thank you! I look how easy it is to use. 🙂
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Gotta try this one too Robin!
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It’s really good! 🙂
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I tried it last night and couldn’t believe how good it was. Thanks again.
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Thank you so much! ❤
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Robin; this is my new addiction! It certainly is healthier than pepsi, lol.
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It’s definitely addicting! 😅 Is it cooler out there now? Heard it was a record breaker this summer. We are having some nice warm days this week before it cools off again.
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