This Roasted Curried Cauliflower is so tasty with just the right amount of spice. Cooked in the oven until tender, it makes a delicious side dish or addition to salads, pastas, and more.
This Roasted Curried Cauliflower is simply delicious and perfect for adding to your favorite dishes or serving as a vegetable side. Cauliflower roasts so well, tender yet still firm and lightly caramelized for a hint of sweetness. It easily absorbs all the tasty flavors it is cooked in, making it perfect for experimenting with seasonings. The curry powder in this recipe adds a slight spiciness and is really brought out by the drizzle of lemon juice.
This is a healthy dish to prepare, offering lots of vitamins and minerals without a lot of calories. The ingredients are also anti-inflammatory for an added health boost. Enjoy this dish as is or tweak it to your family's preferences. It's versatile and easy to make, and you can even prepare it ahead of time for easy weeknight cooking. Let's talk about the ingredients for this scrumptious veggie recipe.
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What you'll need
- Cauliflower. See below for what to look for when buying cauliflower.
- Curry Powder. For spice and flavor.
- Olive Oil. Vegetable, olive, avocado, or whatever your favorite oil is.
- Salt. To taste.
- Lemon juice. Fresh is best, but concentrate can be used as well.
How to make it
1. Cut the cauliflower florets off the head. Season them with curry powder, salt, and olive oil. Toss until everything is well coated.
2. Bake the cauliflower in the oven at 400°F until golden and crispy, about 25-30 minutes. Drizzle it with lemon juice before serving.
Tips for the best Roasted Curried Cauliflower
- Choose the best cauliflower. When buying cauliflower, look for heads that are heavy for their size and have densely packed florets. They should be creamy white and without blemish or browning.
- Cut the cauliflower with flat edges. Flat edges will lay directly on the pan when roasting. This creates more surface to caramelize, increasing the flavorful, almost sweet flavor of these florets.
- Don't overcrowd the pan. When placing the florets on the pan, leave some space between them to ensure they can crisp lightly at the edges. Too many at once will result in too much steam, softening them.
Add-ins and Substitutes
- Add some heat. Add cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes for a spicier version of this dish. Alternatively, you can reduce the curry powder if you prefer less heat.
- Make them crispy. If you have an air fryer, these cauliflower florets can get nice and crispy. Or try this recipe for Crunchy Cauliflower Bites.
- Substitute other spices. Instead of curry, try parsley and nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor. Or add garlic powder and ginger for an Asian twist.
- Add sauce. This cauliflower dish would taste delicious topped with Carrot Pasta Sauce or a drizzle of Vegan Cashew Cheese Sauce.
How to Store
Store any leftover Roasted Curried Cauliflower in the refrigerator in an airtight container or ziplock bag for up to 4 days. You can reheat them in the microwave or in the oven on a baking sheet for about 5-10 minutes until warmed through and slightly crisp at the edges again.
How to Serve it
- As is. If you want to have a light meal or snack, this can be enjoyed as is or with a drizzle of Chermoula Sauce.
- As a side. Serve this Roasted Curried Cauliflower with your favorite main dishes, such as Eggplant "Meatballs," Vegan Black Bean Burger, or Easy Hummus Wraps.
- With grains. Top some rice (Spinach Rice or Rice and Beans), couscous (Mushroom Couscous is AMAZING!), quinoa, bulgur, or sorghum with this Curried Cauliflower.
- In salads. Roasted cauliflower tastes delicious on salads, like this Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad or Creamy Cucumber Radish Salad.
- Over pasta. Add these florets to your favorite pastas, such as Pasta with Roasted Pepper Sauce or Creamy Lemon Spaghetti.
This Roasted Curried Cauliflower is a flavorful side that has a tasty texture you can enjoy with so many meals. As is or served alongside your family favorites, this dish is easy to prepare so it makes dinner prep a breeze. Delicious and simple, you can't go wrong with roasted cauliflower.
More tasty vegan cauliflower recipes:
- Cauliflower Steaks with Chermoula Sauce
- Crispy Cauliflower Bites
- Creamy Vegan Cauliflower Steaks
- Whole Roasted Cauliflower
- Crispy Cauliflower Steaks
Roasted Curried Cauliflower
Ingredients
- 1 lb. cauliflower florets
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- ½ tbsp curry powder
- ½ tsp. sea salt or to taste
- ½ tbsp. lemon juice
Instructions
- Cut the cauliflower florets off the head. Season them with curry powder, salt, and olive oil. Toss until everything is well coated.
- Bake the cauliflower in the oven at 400°F until golden and crispy, about 25-30 minutes. Drizzle it with lemon juice before serving.
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Notes
Tips for the best Roasted Curried Cauliflower
- Choose the best cauliflower. When buying cauliflower, look for heads that are heavy for their size and have densely packed florets. They should be creamy white and without blemish or browning.
- Cut the cauliflower with flat edges. Flat edges will lay directly on the pan when roasting. This creates more surface to caramelize, increasing the flavorful, almost sweet flavor of these florets.
- Don't overcrowd the pan. When placing the florets on the pan, leave some space between them to ensure they can crisp lightly at the edges. Too many at once will result in too much steam, softening them.
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