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

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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.

Nombuso Crescentia
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Roasted cauliflower is one of my favorite dishes, and this recipe takes it to the next level. The lemon zest, parsley, capers, and jalapeño add a wonderful depth of flavor. I love the crispy texture of the cauliflower and the tangy sauce. It's a grea


Stacey Shanley
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I'm always looking for new and interesting ways to cook cauliflower, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The lemon zest, parsley, capers, and jalapeño add a delicious and complex flavor profile. I served it as a side dish with grilled salmon an


Re View
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This roasted cauliflower is a great way to change up your usual vegetable routine. The lemon zest, parsley, capers, and jalapeño add a unique and flavorful twist. I served it as a side dish with roasted chicken and it was a hit! Everyone loved the cr


Bella Ngatai
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Roasted cauliflower is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and this recipe makes it even more delicious. The lemon zest, parsley, capers, and jalapeño add a nice flavor boost, and the roasted cauliflower is crispy and tender. I love ser


AGUSTINE MIGADDE
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This recipe is a must-try for cauliflower lovers! The roasted cauliflower is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the lemon zest, parsley, capers, and jalapeño add a delicious flavor combination. I served it as a side dish with grilled


Sara Ouda
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I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The cauliflower was roasted to perfection and the flavors were amazing. I loved the bright and tangy taste of the lemon zest and parsley, and the capers and jalapeño added a nice


Marup Chowdhudhury
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This roasted cauliflower is the perfect side dish for any occasion. It's easy to make, flavorful, and healthy. I love the combination of lemon zest, parsley, capers, and jalapeño. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Edmond Oriekwun
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook cauliflower, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The lemon zest, parsley, capers, and jalapeño add so much flavor and interest. I served it as a side dish with roasted chicken and it was a hit! Everyone l


Bennie Britz
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cauliflower. I had some leftover from a previous meal and decided to give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The cauliflower was delicious and the flavors were amazing. I'll definitely be making this a


FaRiSA IsIam RiYA FaRuk KhAN
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Roasted cauliflower is one of my favorite dishes, and this recipe takes it to the next level. The addition of lemon zest, parsley, capers, and jalapeño adds so much flavor and depth. I love the slightly charred exterior and the tender, juicy interior


Sushil Lamichhane
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cauliflower turned out amazing! It was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The lemon zest and parsley added a bright and flavorful touch, while the capers and jalapeño gave it a nice kick. Will defini


umarfaruk jibril
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This roasted cauliflower recipe is a game-changer! The combination of lemon zest, parsley, capers, and jalapeño creates a flavor profile that is both unique and delicious. The cauliflower florets are roasted to perfection, with a slightly charred ext