Garlic Butter Roasted Cauliflower
A simple and delicious side dish featuring cauliflower roasted with garlic and butter for rich flavor and crispy edges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 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)
- Juice of ½ lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Rinse the cauliflower florets and pat them dry.
- Whisk together the olive oil, melted butter, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Add the florets to the bowl and toss to coat.
- Arrange on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Remove from the oven once fork-tender and golden, then drizzle lemon juice over the cauliflower.
- Serve hot as a side dish or standalone.
Notes
Select fresh cauliflower for best results. Adjust seasonings to taste, and consider adding cheese or fresh herbs for variation.