Roasted Cauliflower with Honey and Lemon Dressing
Experience the delightful fusion of sweet honey and zesty lemon in this irresistible roasted cauliflower dish. Perfectly caramelized and bursting with flavor, it’s a must-try!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head cauliflower
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp raw honey
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) for optimal roasting.
- Prepare the Cauliflower: Rinse the cauliflower under cool water, remove leaves and stem, then cut into bite-sized florets.
- Season the Cauliflower: In a large mixing bowl, combine cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
- Roast the Cauliflower: Spread the seasoned florets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper in a single layer. Roast for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Make the Dressing: While the cauliflower roasts, whisk together honey, lemon juice, and an additional drizzle of olive oil in a small bowl.
- Dress the Cauliflower: Once roasted, transfer cauliflower to a serving platter while warm. Drizzle with honey-lemon dressing and toss gently to coat.
- Serve: Enjoy as a side dish or as part of a larger meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg