Best 5 Roasted Cauliflower With Crispy Capers Recipes

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Feast your senses on roasted cauliflower, a culinary symphony where tender florets kissed by fire dance harmoniously with the irresistible crunch of capers. This vibrant dish, a symphony of flavors and textures, is a delightful play of contrasts. Cauliflower, with its mild and nutty undertones, takes center stage, while capers add a burst of briny, tangy zest. This recipe takes you on a culinary journey, transforming the humble cauliflower into a roasted masterpiece. Discover the art of roasting cauliflower to perfection, achieving a tender-crisp texture that melts in your mouth. Learn the secret to creating crispy capers that add an addictive crunch with every bite. Indulge in the symphony of roasted cauliflower with crispy capers, a dish that tantalizes taste buds and leaves you craving more.

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* **Crispy Oven-Fried Cauliflower:** Experience a healthier alternative to fried cauliflower, achieving a crispy, golden crust without the guilt of deep-frying.

* **Cauliflower Steaks with Gremolata:** Elevate your vegetarian repertoire with hearty cauliflower steaks, grilled to perfection and topped with a zesty gremolata.

* **Cauliflower Tacos with Cilantro-Avocado Sauce:** Embark on a culinary fusion adventure with cauliflower tacos, featuring tender roasted cauliflower wrapped in tortillas and topped with a creamy cilantro-avocado sauce.

* **Cauliflower Soup with Roasted Red Pepper:** Indulge in a comforting and creamy cauliflower soup, enriched with roasted red peppers for a smoky depth of flavor.

* **Cauliflower Mac and Cheese:** Discover a healthier twist on the classic mac and cheese, using cauliflower as a nutritious and low-carb substitute for pasta.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH CAPER BROWN BUTTER



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Turn boring cauliflower into a delicious side when you top it with a caper and garlic brown butter. I like to cut my cauliflower into slices instead of florets, so there is more flat surface area for roasting and the topping doesn't slide off.

Provided by France C

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Cauliflower     Roasted

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 medium head cauliflower
3 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup salted butter
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped capers
¼ teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Trim off the bottom of the cauliflower stem to create a flat surface. Place cauliflower head onto a cutting board with the stem side facing down; cut the cauliflower vertically into 1 to 1 1/2-inch thick slices. Remove any tough stem pieces. Cut the slices into smaller pieces, about the size of florets. Place on the baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
  • Roast in the oven for 10 minutes; flip pieces over and roast for 10 minutes more.
  • Meanwhile, cut butter into 4 pieces. Melt in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until butter begins to brown, 4 to 5 minutes. Butter will foam up, then subside. The butter should have a nutty aroma. Stir in garlic and continue stirring for 15 to 20 seconds. Add in capers and lemon pepper. Remove from heat.
  • Spoon brown butter over the roasted cauliflower and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.9 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 21.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 272.4 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

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.

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH CAPERS



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Take familiar techniques, like roasting, and apply them in new ways for this delicious side.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head (about 2 pounds) cauliflower, cut into small florets
1 tablespoon olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 tablespoon butter
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon capers
1 teaspoon caper juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Trim, and cut cauliflower into small florets; spread in a roasting pan or rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil; season with coarse salt and ground pepper. Toss to combine. Roast, tossing once or twice, until cauliflower is golden brown and tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • In a small skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Cook garlic cloves, stirring often, until lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat. Add capers and caper juice. Pour over cauliflower, and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g

CRISPY CAULIFLOWER WITH OLIVES, CAPERS, AND PARSLEY



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Categories     Olive     Side     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Vinegar     Cauliflower     Fall     Parsley     Capers     Gourmet     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons finely chopped Kalamata olives (about 6) or other brine-cured black olives
2 teaspoons drained capers, finely chopped
1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
3 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
4 cups 1-inch cauliflower flowerettes (about 1 head)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves (preferably flat-leafed)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl stir together olives, capers, vinegar, and 2 tablespoons oil.
  • In a large non-stick skillet heat remaining tablespoon oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and cook cauliflower, covered, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes. Uncover skillet and sauté cauliflower until tender and browned, 5 to 10 minutes more. Transfer cauliflower to a bowl and toss with olive mixture and parsley. Season cauliflower with salt and pepper.

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH CAPERS



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Make and share this Roasted Cauliflower With Capers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Shandibear

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head cauliflower
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon capers
1 teaspoon caper juice
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450F.
  • Trim, and cut cauliflower into small florets.
  • Spread in a roasting pan or rimmed baking sheet. drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper. toss to combine.
  • roast, tossing once or twice, until cauliflower is golden brown and tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • in a small skillet, melt butter over medium heat. cook garlic cloves, stirring often, until lightly browned ( 2 to 3 minutes).
  • remove from heat, add capers and caper juice.
  • pour over cauliflower and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93.6, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 84.9, Carbohydrate 8.2, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 3.5, Protein 3

Tips:

  • Choose a cauliflower head that is compact and has tightly closed florets.
  • To make the cauliflower extra crispy, toss it with a little cornstarch before roasting.
  • Use a variety of spices to flavor the cauliflower, such as cumin, paprika, and garlic powder.
  • Roast the cauliflower until it is tender and slightly charred.
  • Make sure to fry the capers until they are crispy before adding them to the cauliflower.
  • Serve the roasted cauliflower with a variety of dipping sauces, such as tahini sauce or lemon-herb sauce.

Conclusion:

Roasted cauliflower with crispy capers is a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. This dish is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and is also a good source of fiber and vitamins. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious side dish, give roasted cauliflower with crispy capers a try. You won't be disappointed!

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