Roasted Cauliflower

Name: Roasted Cauliflower
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets; 3 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1 tbsp chopped parsley

4 servings10 min prep25 min cookEasy

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The Story Behind It

The Tale of Roasted Cauliflower

Story updated September 18, 2026

Cauliflower, cultivated from wild cabbage in the Mediterranean and Near East for centuries, saw a surge in American popularity during the 2010s "cauliflower moment," when roasting and charring techniques highlighted its flavor as a lower-carb alternative to starchier sides.

Ingredients

Scale:· 4 servings

1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp chopped parsley

Instructions

1Preheat the oven to 425 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2Toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
3Spread in a single layer and roast for 22-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and tender.
4Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

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