U.S. flag

An official website of the United States government

Roasted Cauliflower

Roasted Cauliflower in a bowl
Makes: 8 Servings

Oven-roasted cauliflower sprinkled with cheese is a simple and delicious side dish that pairs well with any entrée.

Ingredients

  • 1 medium cauliflower head
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (or cooking oil of choice)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Remove outer leaves of cauliflower. Cut florets off the stem. Wash and drain.
  3. Combine oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Toss the cauliflower florets in the oil mixture.
  4. Spread cauliflower on a large rimmed baking sheet.
  5. Roast in the oven at 450 degrees F for 15 to 20 minutes until the cauliflower starts to soften and begins to brown.
  6. Sprinkle with cheese. Continue to roast for 5 to 10 minutes.

Notes

Learn more about:

Source:

University of Maryland Cooperative Extension
Food Supplement Nutrition Education Program

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 71
Total Fat 5 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Cholesterol 4 mg
Sodium 166 mg
Carbohydrates 4 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Total Sugars 1 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 3 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 63 mg
Iron 0 mg
Potassium 230 mg

N/A will display when nutrient data is unavailable

Please note: nutrient values are subject to change as data is updated

Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 71
Total Fat 5 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Monounsaturated Fat 3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Linoleic Acid 0 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.1 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 g
Omega 3 - DHA 0 g
Cholesterol 4 mg
Carbohydrates 4 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Total Sugars 1 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 3 g
Minerals
Calcium 63 mg
Potassium 230 mg
Sodium 166 mg
Copper 0 mg
Iron 0 mg
Magnesium 13 mg
Phosphorus 65 mg
Selenium 2 mg
Zinc 0 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 12 mcg
Vitamin B6 0.1 mg
Vitamin B12 0.1 mcg
Vitamin C 30 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 1 mg
Vitamin K 13 mcg
Folate 36 mcg
Thiamin 0.0 mg
Riboflavin 0.1 mg
Niacin 0 mg
Choline 34 mg

N/A will display when nutrient data is unavailable

Please note: nutrient values are subject to change as data is updated

MyPlate Food Groups

Dairy 1/4 cups
Vegetables 1/2 cups