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Caramelized Mexican Roasted Cauliflower

Caramelized Mexican Roasted Cauliflower That's Bursting with Flavor

Enjoy this Caramelized Mexican Roasted Cauliflower full of vibrant spices and flavors, catering to gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan diets.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cauliflower
  • 1 head Cauliflower Cut into florets
  • 2 tablespoons Cooking Oil Can use olive oil, avocado oil, or coconut oil
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Chopped
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Diced
  • 1 medium Avocado Optional, for creaminess

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Wash and cut the cauliflower into even-sized florets, about 1 to 2 inches in size.
  3. Drizzle the cauliflower florets with cooking oil and toss them in a spice mixture of cumin, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  4. Spread the seasoned cauliflower on the baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  5. Remove from oven and drizzle with lime juice, then toss with cilantro and red onion. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve fresh for the best crunch and flavor, as reheating may diminish the crispy texture.

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