Best 7 Cauliflower With Parsley Butter Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary symphony of flavors with our delectable cauliflower dish, where tender florets bask in a luscious parsley butter sauce. This vegetarian masterpiece is a testament to the transformative power of simple ingredients, elevating ordinary cauliflower to an extraordinary culinary experience.

For those seeking a vegan alternative, we present a delightful dairy-free version, where the richness of butter is skillfully replaced with a creamy cashew sauce. This plant-based rendition is equally enchanting, offering a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Accompanying these main attractions are two additional recipes that elevate the cauliflower experience. Learn how to whip up a tangy and refreshing lemon vinaigrette, perfect for drizzling over roasted cauliflower or adding a zesty kick to your favorite salad. Discover the art of creating a flavorful roasted cauliflower soup, a comforting dish that showcases the vegetable's natural sweetness.

Whether you're a seasoned vegetarian, a culinary adventurer seeking new plant-based delights, or simply a lover of delicious food, this collection of cauliflower recipes holds something special for you. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey where every bite is a celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients and exquisite flavors.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BUTTER-ROASTED CAULIFLOWER



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This is an unusual and tremendously tasty way to enjoy cauliflower. It's almost like discovering a new vegetable.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Cauliflower     Roasted

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 head cauliflower, cut into large florets
2 tablespoons butter, melted, or more to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat.
  • Spread cauliflower onto prepared baking sheet. Brush each piece of cauliflower with melted butter. Season with salt and black pepper.
  • Roast in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Flip cauliflower and continue roasting until tender and golden, about 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86.8 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 122.8 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

PAN-ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH GARLIC, PARSLEY AND ROSEMARY



Pan-Roasted Cauliflower With Garlic, Parsley and Rosemary image

Nearly any vegetable tastes good browned in olive oil and showered with garlic, parsley and rosemary, but cauliflower is an especially good candidate for this technique. The inherent sweetness of cauliflower begs for a hit of lemon and hot pepper too. Serve hot or at room temperature.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     easy, quick, vegetables, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 medium cauliflower heads (about 2 pounds)
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and black pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper, or to taste
1 teaspoon grated or finely minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon freshly chopped rosemary
1/2 cup roughly chopped parsley
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 cup roasted salted almonds (homemade or store bought), roughly chopped
1 red fresno chile, thinly sliced, for garnish (optional)
Lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Cut each cauliflower in quarters and remove the core. Cut quarters into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Chop down wider slices so all are approximately the same jagged size.
  • Heat olive oil in a heavy wide skillet over medium-high heat. When oil is hot, add cauliflower and toss to coat using a metal spatula or flat wooden spoon. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  • Keeping heat brisk, repeatedly turn the cauliflower, letting the slices brown as they cook. Adjust heat as necessary to keep them sizzling nicely but not scorching. Continue to stir and flip the cauliflower until it is tender when pierced with a fork, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Add crushed red pepper, garlic, rosemary, parsley and lemon zest. Stir well to coat and cook 1 minute more. Check seasoning, then transfer to a serving platter. Sprinkle with almonds and fresno chile, if using, and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 136, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 396 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH TAHINI-PARSLEY SAUCE



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This Middle Eastern sauce goes wonderfully with foods other than roasted cauliflower. It's traditionally served with falafel and keftes, fish, salads, deep-fried vegetables - or just with pita bread.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, side dish

Time 1h

Yield Serves four to six, with some sauce left over

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large cauliflower, broken into florets
Salt to taste
Freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 to 3 garlic cloves, to taste, cut in half, green shoots removed
1 cup sesame tahini
1/4 to 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice, to taste
1 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley (2 bunches)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil, and fill a bowl with ice water. When the water comes to a boil, salt generously and add the cauliflower. Blanch for two minutes, and transfer to the ice water. Drain and blot dry. Transfer to a baking dish.
  • Season the cauliflower with salt and pepper, and toss with the olive oil. Place in the oven, and roast for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring from time to time, until tender and lightly browned.
  • Puree the garlic cloves with 1/4 teaspoon salt in a mortar and pestle. Transfer to a bowl, and whisk in the sesame tahini. Whisk in the lemon juice, beginning with the smaller amount. The mixture will stiffen up. Gradually whisk in up to 1/2 cup water, until the sauce has the consistency of thick cream (or runny yogurt). Stir in the parsley. Taste, and adjust salt and lemon juice. Serve with the cauliflower. You will have some sauce left over.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 328, UnsaturatedFat 21 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 527 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

CAULIFLOWER WITH BUTTERED CRUMBS



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Our home economists offer this home-style way to add flavor and interest to steamed cauliflower. Serve this simple side dish with a variety of entrees.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large head cauliflower, broken into florets
1/3 cup butter, cubed
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place 1 in. of water in a large saucepan; add cauliflower. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until crisp-tender. , Meanwhile, in a small heavy saucepan, cook butter over medium heat for 5 minutes or until golden brown, stirring frequently. Remove from the heat; stir in lemon juice. In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, cheese, parsley, salt and pepper; stir in 3 tablespoons browned butter. , Drain cauliflower and place in a serving dish. Drizzle with the remaining browned butter; sprinkle with bread crumb mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 295mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

WHOLE ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH ALMOND-HERB SAUCE



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This striking dish has become a modern classic, as chefs around the world are working out new ways to push vegetables into the center of the plate. It makes a lovely vegetarian main course after a pasta intro, or a gorgeous side dish for lamb or fish. Omit the anchovies in the sauce, and it becomes entirely vegetarian; replace the butter with more olive oil, and it turns vegan. Try using pale orange, green or purple cauliflower, or a head of spiky, psychedelic Romanesco. Carve it at the table, just like a roast, for maximum impact.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     dinner, vegetables, main course, side dish

Time 2h

Yield 2 main course servings, or 4 to 6 side dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large cauliflower
Olive oil
Salt
1/3 cup blanched almonds
6 to 10 anchovy fillets (optional)
2 garlic cloves, peeled
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature (or use olive oil)
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for basting
2 teaspoons wine vinegar (white or red), more to taste
1/2 cup coarsely chopped parsley, mint, tarragon, cilantro or a combination
1/2 to 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the oven while you prepare the cauliflower: Place a heavy oven-proof skillet (a cast-iron skillet looks very nice) or a baking sheet in the oven and turn the heat to 375 degrees. Place a small pan of hot water on the floor of the oven, to create steam.
  • Break off and discard the outer leaves from the cauliflower. Cut off the bottom of the stem, and then use the tip of a small, sharp knife to cut off the leaves close to the stem. Carefully cut out the hard core of the cauliflower, near the bottom. Leave the main stem intact and make sure not to cut through any of the florets.
  • Rinse the cauliflower (leave the water clinging to the outside) and place on a work surface, core side up. Drizzle with olive oil and use your hands to rub over the cauliflower until evenly coated. Sprinkle with salt.
  • Place the cauliflower on the hot pan in the oven, core side down, and cook until very tender all the way through when pierced with a knife, at least 1 hour or up to 2 hours. During the cooking, baste 2 or 3 times with more olive oil. It should brown nicely. If you have a convection feature, use it toward the end of baking to brown the crust.
  • Make the sauce: In a small frying pan, toast nuts over low heat, shaking often, just until golden and fragrant. Set aside to cool.
  • Soak anchovies, if using, for 5 minutes in cool water. Rinse and set aside on paper towels.
  • In a food processor, combine almonds, anchovies, garlic and butter and pulse until smooth. Mix in oil, then vinegar. Mix in herbs and red pepper flakes, if using. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • When cauliflower is tender, remove from the oven. (If desired, run it briefly under the broiler first to brown the surface; there is no need to do this if you used convection.)
  • Serve cauliflower in the skillet or from a serving plate. Cut into wedges and spoon sauce around each wedge.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 900, UnsaturatedFat 66 grams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 87 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 17 grams, Sodium 1240 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH LEMON ZEST, PARSLEY, CAPERS, AND JALAPEÑO



Roasted Cauliflower with Lemon Zest, Parsley, Capers, and Jalapeño image

Roasted cauliflower has a nutty, sweet flavor that's hard to resist. My son has eaten it two or three times a week since he was three years old-that's a lot of cauliflower! To avoid a rut, I've added various flavors over the years, brightening the dish and spicing things up. The truth is, Jivan prefers the tried-and-true classic: EVOO, sea salt, and pepper. But for the grown-ups in my life, I've come up with this parsley, lemon zest, caper, and jalapeño combo. Just toss it with the cauliflower when it comes out of the oven-and don't forget to put some plain florets aside for the little ones.

Provided by Athena Calderone

Categories     Side     Cauliflower     Lemon     Capers     Winter     Jalapeño     Parsley     Vegetarian     Vegan     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Quick and Healthy     Quick & Easy

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 head cauliflower, quartered, cored, and cut into bite-size florets
3 to 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
Salt and freshly cracked pepper
1 lemon
1 large handful fresh parsley (about 1/2 cup/25 g), roughly chopped
1 tablespoon capers
1 jalapeño, seeded and thinly sliced
Flaky sea salt, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread the cauliflower on a baking sheet in a single layer. Drizzle with the oil, season generously with salt and pepper, and toss to coat. Roast the cauliflower, tossing the florets halfway through, until they are deep golden and crispy, 30 to 35 minutes total.
  • While the cauliflower is roasting, use a vegetable peeler to peel 3 strips of zest from the lemon. Cut each strip crosswise into very thin slices. Cut the lemon in half, reserving one half and storing the other for another use.
  • Transfer the roasted cauliflower to a serving bowl. Top it with the parsley, capers, jalapeño, and sliced lemon zest. Squeeze the mixture with the lemon half and drizzle it with more oil. Toss to coat all of the ingredients, and sprinkle with a pinch or two of the flaky salt.

CAULIFLOWER PICCATA



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Piccata sauce - that buttery, briny combination of lemon, butter and capers, silky in texture and tart in flavor - is not just for chicken or swordfish. It's also a zesty anchor for roasted vegetables. Here, cauliflower is roasted at high heat, which concentrates the flavor, adds nuttiness and encourages caramelization, before being doused with the sauce. Chickpeas make this a fuller vegetarian meal, but leave them out if you'd rather. Piccata dishes are often served with long pasta, which tangle with the tangy sauce, but this one is also great alongside rice or tender-crisp vegetables like blistered green beans. While you are at it, try this sauce with sweet butternut squash, charred broccoli, earthy roasted carrots, golden wedges of cabbage or crispy slices of tofu. To get vegetarian recipes like this one delivered to your inbox, sign up for The Veggie newsletter.

Provided by Hetty McKinnon

Categories     vegetables, main course, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cauliflower, cut into large 2-inch florets
Extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained (optional)
1 shallot, finely diced
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 cup vegetable stock
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons capers, drained
Zest of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
Parsley, chopped, for garnish
1 lemon, sliced, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 425 degrees. Place the cauliflower florets onto a sheet pan and drizzle with 2 to 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Season with kosher salt and black pepper, and roast for 20 to 25 minutes, until the cauliflower is golden and tender. Remove from the oven, add the chickpeas, if using, and toss to combine.
  • Heat a medium skillet to medium-high. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the shallot, and sauté until soft and fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute longer, stirring constantly to keep from scorching. Pour the stock into the pan and simmer until reduced by half, about 4 to 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low, then stir in the butter, capers, lemon zest and juice. Season with 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt and a few turns of black pepper.
  • To serve, place the cauliflower and chickpeas, if using, on serving plates. Top with the lemon-caper sauce. Top with parsley and serve with lemon slices.

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Cauliflower: Select a firm, white cauliflower with tightly packed florets. Avoid heads with signs of bruising or yellowing.
  • Cooking the Cauliflower: To achieve a tender-crisp texture, steam or boil the cauliflower florets until they are easily pierced with a fork, but still retain a slight bite.
  • Parsley Butter Sauce: Use unsalted butter to control the saltiness of the sauce. Finely chop the parsley to ensure an even distribution of flavor.
  • Seasoning: Don't be afraid to adjust the seasoning according to your taste. Add more lemon juice for a brighter flavor or additional salt and pepper for a bolder taste.
  • Serving Suggestions: Cauliflower with parsley butter sauce is a versatile side dish. Serve it alongside grilled or roasted meats, poultry, or fish. It also pairs well with roasted vegetables or a simple green salad.

Conclusion:

Cauliflower with parsley butter sauce is a simple yet elegant dish that showcases the natural flavors of cauliflower. The tender-crisp texture of the cauliflower, combined with the rich and flavorful parsley butter sauce, creates a satisfying and satisfying side dish that complements a variety of main courses. Whether you're looking for a healthy and delicious way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet or searching for a new side dish to impress your friends and family, this recipe is sure to please.

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