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Turmeric Roasted Cauliflower is an easy vegetable side dish that goes great with any meal. This healthy roasted cauliflower recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and so delicious! We make it at least once a week!
Roasted Cauliflower
Roasted vegetables are my FAVORITE. I might even like them more than cookies. I know, that is a BIG statement, but I eat roasted vegetables almost every single day. I crave them every day and LOVE them every day. My day isn’t complete without roasted vegetables.
I love roasting a variety of roasted vegetables, my Roasted Vegetable Quinoa Bowls are a staple, but sometimes I like sticking to one vegetable. It is nice to give one vegetable the spotlight from time to time. One of my very favorite roasted vegetables is cauliflower. I am obsessed with all things cauliflower and roasted cauliflower is my favorite, especially this Turmeric Roasted Cauliflower.
This roasted cauliflower recipe comes from the cookbook,Pretty Simple Cooking, written byA Couple Cooks, my blogging friends. I am SO in love with their new cookbook, it is filled with 100 delicious vegetarian recipes that are all simple to make. I am always looking for new vegetarian recipes and this cookbook is a winner!
How to Roast Cauliflower
Roasting cauliflower is easy and turns an ordinary vegetable into an addicting vegetable. Yes, vegetables can be addicting. After you try this oven roasted cauliflower, you will know what I am talking about. You will be reaching for a plate of roasted cauliflower instead of a bag of chips or stack of cookies:)
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. You want the oven to nice and hot so the cauliflower can roast and get crispy.
- Make sure you cut the cauliflower into florets that are all the same size. You want the florets to be the same size so the cauliflower roasts evenly.
- Flavor the cauliflower with garlic, cumin, paprika, turmeric, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
- Make sure the cauliflower is well coated with olive oil so the cauliflower will get crispy in the oven.
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat so the cauliflower doesn’t stick to the pan and for easy clean up.
- Roast the cauliflower in the oven for 25-35 minutes, stirring once. I like to roast my vegetables for a little longer because I like them extra crispy.
This Turmeric Roasted Cauliflower is a fantastic vegetable side dish. Serve it with pasta, meat, seafood, add it to a salad, or eat it as a healthy snack. I have been eating it for lunch almost every single day. It is one of my favorite vegetables!
You will love the turmeric kick. You can find turmeric at almost any grocery store in the spice aisle. Turmeric is bright yellow in color and is the main spice in curry. It has a warm, bitter taste and contains a yellow-colored chemical called curcumin, which helpsdecrease swelling and inflammation.
The next time you are going to roast up some cauliflower, make Turmeric Roasted Cauliflower. You will love this easy, heathy, and delicious vegetable side dish.
If you like this roasted cauliflower recipe, you might also like:
- Roasted Mustard Cauliflower
- Mashed Cauliflower
- Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpea Tacos
- Creamy Roasted Cauliflower Chowder
- Roasted Cauliflower, Feta, and Orzo Salad
- Penne with Roasted Cauliflower
- Roasted Cauliflower with Chickpeas and Pomegranate
And make sure you check out Pretty Simple Cooking for LOTS of healthy and delicious recipes!
Vegetarian
Tumeric Roasted Cauliflower
This easy roasted cauliflower is a fantastic side to pasta, meat, or seafood. It also makes a great healthy snack.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 35 minutes mins
Total Time 45 minutes mins
Ingredients
- 1 large head cauliflower about 2 pounds
- 4 medium garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
Chop the cauliflower into florets. Peel and mince the garlic.
In a large bowl, mix the cauliflower and garlic with the olive oil, cumin, paprika, turmeric, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat, then place the cauliflower in a single layer on the baking sheet. Roast for 25-35 minutes or until the cauliflower is tender and browned, stirring once. Serve immediately.
Note-you can swap the red pepper flakes for 1 Fresno chile pepper, seeds removed, and minced if you wish.
Nutrition
Calories: 107kcal, Carbohydrates: 9g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 7g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 628mg, Potassium: 462mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 2g, Vitamin A: 285IU, Vitamin C: 70.2mg, Calcium: 42mg, Iron: 1.2mg
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FAQs
Boiling cauliflower or broccoli with turmeric can help reduce inflammation in the body and protect against chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and Alzheimer's.
Why do you soak cauliflower before cooking? ›
This process – which should last 10-20 minutes - destroys several microbes and large parasites. As cauliflower is highly susceptible to microbial attacks, it should be washed once again. This time, boil some water and put the cauliflower florets in it. Keep for five minutes and remove from the hot water.
Why is my roasted cauliflower tough? ›
Undercooking It. Overcooking is bad, but undercooking cauliflower is an equally off-putting problem. "When making cauliflower steaks or roasting florets, if you don't roast it in the oven long enough it will be warm but still hard and unenjoyable to eat," says Michalczyk.
How healthy is roasted cauliflower? ›
When it comes to nutrition, cauliflower is a superstar. It's high in vitamins C and K, and is also a good source of folate, which supports cell growth and is essential during pregnancy. Cauliflower is fat-free and cholesterol-free. And it's low in sodium.
What does turmeric do to intestines? ›
It can aid your digestion
It's used in ayurvedic medicine as a digestive healing agent. Now Western medicine has begun to study how turmeric can help with gut inflammation and gut permeability, two measures of your digestive efficiency. Turmeric is even being explored as a treatment for irritable bowel syndrome.
What organ is cauliflower good for? ›
Cauliflower is a heart-friendly vegetable thanks to a plant compound called sulforaphane. Acting as an antioxidant, sulforaphane reduces the inflammatory damage caused by oxidative stress, a process which plays a central role in the development of heart disease.
Should cauliflower be washed before roasting? ›
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Wash cauliflower, cut it into medium-sized florets, and dry very thoroughly. Don't skip drying — it's important. ...
- Add florets to a large bowl, add olive oil, and toss to coat. ...
- Bake for 10 minutes, flip each piece over, and bake for 10 more minutes.
Cauliflower contains some phytonutrients, these nutrients may react with iron cookware and gives the cauliflower a brownish color. To prevent this add some lemon juice to the cauliflower or to the water in which it is blanched.
How do you clean cauliflower before roasting? ›
Here's how to wash cauliflower step-by-step:
- Break the cauliflower into smaller pieces. ...
- Rinse the cauliflower florets. ...
- Prepare a blanching station. ...
- Add the florets to the boiling water. ...
- Transfer the cauliflower to the ice water. ...
- Dry and use or store your cauliflower.
Baking soda is often used as a natural cleaning agent, and it can be used to brighten up your veggies too. Sprinkle a little in the water before boiling to prevent cauliflower from yellowing and make corn look more vibrant.
This is true of any vegetable — boiling it will give you a flavor closer to the raw flavor, which means more bitterness and more astringency. Caramelizing it will bring out its hidden sweetness. This light, vibrant roasted cauliflower salad is a recipe I developed for the fall menu at Duo.
Can you cook cauliflower too long? ›
The general rule of thumb is about 20 minutes. Cauliflower that is overcooked will lose up to 50% of its vitamins and minerals. If you want a healthy meal, cook it for just a few minutes less.
What color cauliflower is healthiest? ›
Purple. Purple cauliflower is the healthiest option, with numerous advantages. The purple hue is due to the antioxidants called anthocyanins. These are the pigments present in various other plants and plant-based products, including red cabbage and red wine.
Which is healthier broccoli or cauliflower? ›
While they are both very nutritious vegetables, broccoli has a higher vitamin content, specifically in vitamin K and C, than cauliflower and is specifically known to be great for eye health. Broccoli florets also provide more minerals and fiber as well as contains vitamin A that isn't in cauliflower.
Is cauliflower good for high blood pressure? ›
The potassium in cauliflower can help keep your blood pressure from getting too high. Studies have shown that increasing potassium in the diet can reduce blood pressure and cardiovascular disease.
What organs is turmeric good for? ›
Turmeric has been used in both Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine as an anti-inflammatory, to treat digestive and liver problems, skin diseases, and wounds. Curcumin is also a powerful antioxidant.
Does cauliflower detox your body? ›
Not only is cauliflower a smart and tasty alternative to grains and pastas like flour and rice, it also has some pretty significant health benefits. Cauliflower provides antioxidant nutrients and sulfur-containing nutrients to boost liver detoxification.
What happens to your body when you eat cauliflower? ›
Cauliflower is high in fiber and water. Both are important for preventing constipation, maintaining a healthy digestive tract, and lowering the risk of colon cancer. Studies have shown that dietary fiber may also help regulate the immune system and inflammation.
