Best 4 Roasted Cauliflower With Paprika Recipes

Are you looking for a tasty and healthy side dish to add to your dinner table? Look no further than roasted cauliflower with paprika. This simple yet flavorful dish is a great way to enjoy the health benefits of cauliflower, while also satisfying your taste buds. With just a few ingredients and minimal preparation, you can have this delicious dish ready in no time.

This article provides two variations of the roasted cauliflower with paprika recipe. The first recipe is a classic version that uses olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. The second recipe adds a bit of spice with the addition of chili powder and cumin. Both recipes result in a crispy, tender, and flavorful cauliflower dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or even as a main course.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

GARLIC AND PAPRIKA ROASTED CAULIFLOWER

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Recipe adapted from and with thanks to Home Cooking In Montana

Provided by Mary Younkin

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 small head of cauliflower (about 2 pounds, cut into bite size pieces)
3 tablespoons light olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional: squeeze of lemon

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees and place a rack in the upper middle section of the oven. Line a baking sheet with a silpat mat or parchment paper and set aside. In a small cup or bowl, combine the oil and the spices and stir to combine. Place the cauliflower in a large bowl and pour the oil and spice mixture over it. Toss with your hands to coat thoroughly. Spread the cauliflower across the lined baking sheet and then place in the oven.
Roast for 15-20 minutes, until the cauliflower is tender, slightly crisp and browned on the edges. Remove from the oven and squeeze lemon over the top if desired. (We liked it both with and without the lemon.) Serve hot and Enjoy!

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH PAPRIKA

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A spoonful of paprika gives this oven-cooked cauliflower a golden brown glow and slightly spicy taste; high-heat roasting creates a nutty sweetness.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 head cauliflower, cored and broken into small florets
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil. Spread cauliflower on foil. Sprinkle with oil and paprika; toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Roast until tender and lightly browned, 20 to 25 minutes, tossing once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH PAPRIKA

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From "The Joy of Cooking". It says "Not the usual treatment for this vegetable, but one that deepens its flavor."

Provided by billikers

Categories Cauliflower

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 lbs cauliflower, cut into large florets (a large head)
vegetable oil, to lightly coat
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons water
butter or olive oil, to taste
salt, to taste
2 teaspoons sweet paprika
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or 1 tablespoon tarragon

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 400*F.
Toss cauliflower, vegetable oil, salt and pepper together.
Spread in a single layer in a baking dish and add water.
Bake until the stems are tender when pierced with a knife and beginning to brown, about 25 minutes.
Remove baking dish and toss the cauliflower with butter, salt, paprika and parsley.

SMOKY CAULIFLOWER

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The smoked Spanish paprika gives a simple side of roasted cauliflower extra depth. This is definitely a favorite. -Juliette Mulholland, Corvallis, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 large head cauliflower, broken into 1-inch florets (about 9 cups)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

Place cauliflower in a large bowl. Combine the oil, paprika and salt. Drizzle over cauliflower; toss to coat. Transfer to a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 450° for 10 minutes., Stir in garlic. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until cauliflower is tender and lightly browned, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 254mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

Choose the right cauliflower: For roasting, choose a head of cauliflower that is firm and compact, with tightly packed florets. Avoid heads that are loose or have brown spots.
Cut the cauliflower into even-sized florets: This will help ensure that the florets cook evenly. Cut the cauliflower into 1-inch florets.
Toss the cauliflower with olive oil and seasonings: This will help the cauliflower to roast evenly and develop a delicious flavor. Use about 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 teaspoon of paprika per head of cauliflower.
Roast the cauliflower at a high temperature: This will help the cauliflower to get crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Roast the cauliflower at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until the florets are tender and slightly browned.
Serve the cauliflower immediately: Roasted cauliflower is best served hot, so serve it as soon as it is done roasting. You can garnish the cauliflower with fresh parsley or cilantro, if desired.

Conclusion:

Roasted cauliflower is a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its slightly sweet and nutty flavor, roasted cauliflower is a great way to add some variety to your meals.