Roasted Turmeric Cauliflower (2024)

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Table of contents

• Turmeric cauliflower ingredients
• How to make turmeric cauliflower
• Tips for making the best turmeric roasted cauliflower
• FAQS
• What to serve with turmeric roasted cauliflower
• More tasty cauliflower recipes

Cauliflower has been having its heyday, and we're absolutely on board! It's such a versatile vegetable that's crazy healthy and manages to absorb whatever seasoning or sauce it's prepared with.

This turmeric roasted cauliflower recipe couldn't be easier to make. Once your cauliflower is chopped up into bite-sized pieces, toss it with olive oil and spices and roast it with lemon slices until it's golden and crispy. Squeeze the roasted lemons over top and serve with fresh cilantro.

Roasting the cauliflower brings out its sweetness, while the spices give it a mild curry flavor, and the lemon and cilantro make everything pop!

It's an easy side dish that's perfect for weeknights and for weekly meal prep, too. It is super versatile and tastes incredible on its own, as a side, in a grain bowl, or tucked into a wrap.

Turmeric cauliflower ingredients

This healthy roasted cauliflower recipe is easy to make with just a few simple ingredients. Here's what you need:

• Cauliflower – we cut a large head of cauliflower into equal-sized florets.
• Olive oil – be generous with the olive oil because it helps the cauliflower get nice and crispy. You can also use coconut oil or avocado oil.
• Seasonings – we used a savory combination of ground turmeric, sea salt, chili powder, black pepper, and ground ginger. You could easily add other spices like cumin or garlic, too.
• Lemon – roasting the lemons with the cauliflower not only warms them up which is nice for hot food, but also gives them a char and helps them to release their juices.
• Cilantro – cilantro adds a pop of bright green color and fresh flavor. You could also use parsley if you prefer.

How to make turmeric cauliflower

This easy-to-make turmeric cauliflower recipe is healthy and super versatile, too! Here's how to make it in just three simple steps:

1. While your oven preheats, prepare your baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. Toss the cauliflower florets with the olive oil and all of the spices in a large bowl until everything is well coated.
2. Spread the florets out evenly on your baking sheet, and pop them in the oven. Halfway through, turn the cauliflower and add the lemon slices. Roast until the cauliflower edges are golden brown and crispy.
3. To serve, squeeze roasted lemon juice overtop and sprinkle with cilantro.

Full recipe instructions are in the recipe card below.

Tips for making the best turmeric roasted cauliflower

Turmeric cauliflower is simple to make. You can even eyeball the ingredients because it's not a recipe where you need to be precise, but here are a few tips to remember:

• Make sure the cauliflower is well-coated in olive oil. It helps it to brown and get crispy.
• Line your baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat for easy cleanup.
• Cut the florets into equal sizes to ensure they cook evenly and thoroughly.
• Don't overload the baking sheet! You want to make sure there is space between the cauliflower florets so they roast instead of steam.

FAQS

What to serve with turmeric roasted cauliflower

There are so many delicious ways to enjoy this simple roasted turmeric cauliflower. Here are some of our favorite ways to eat it:

• Added to grain bowls or salads.
• Tucked into a wrap with hummus, chickpeas, and fresh greens.
• As a topping on pizza with caramelized onions.
• As a simple side dish alongside a protein main.
• We even enjoy it warm or cold as a snack!

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