Description
This Chili Lime Roasted Cauliflower recipe is a flavorful and easy side dish that will elevate your meal. Roasting cauliflower with a blend of spices and lime juice creates a zesty and delicious dish that pairs perfectly with any main course.
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower:
- 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into small florets (1 1/4 pounds)
Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons high-heat oil like avocado oil
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 teaspoon ancho chili powder or homemade chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Garnish:
- 1 green onion, ends trimmed and finely sliced
- 2 to 3 lime wedges
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Prepare Cauliflower: In a bowl, toss cauliflower florets with oil, salt, chili powder, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper.
- Bake: Spread seasoned cauliflower on the baking sheet and roast for 20-35 minutes until browned and tender, stirring halfway through.
- Serve: Toss the roasted cauliflower with green onions and a squeeze of lime juice before serving.
Notes
- Lining the baking sheet helps with cleanup but is optional.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Side Portion, 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 103
- Sugar: 3.1g
- Sodium: 209.8mg
- Fat: 7.6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2g
- Carbohydrates: 8.7g
- Fiber: 3.5g
- Protein: 3.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
