Description
Parmesan Pesto Roasted Cauliflower is a delicious and healthy side dish that combines the nutty flavor of roasted cauliflower with the vibrant taste of pesto and the rich creaminess of Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
- Cauliflower: One head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- Pesto Sauce: 1/4 cup of pesto sauce
- Parmesan Cheese: 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and Pepper: Seasoning to taste
- Fresh Basil (Optional): For garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Cut the cauliflower into florets and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the cauliflower on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes.
- Drizzle pesto over the roasted cauliflower and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Return to the oven for an additional 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- Choose fresh cauliflower for the best flavor.
- Cut uniform florets for even cooking.
- Don’t overcrowd the baking sheet to ensure crispiness.
- Use high-quality pesto for better flavor.
- Watch the cheese to prevent burning during the final roasting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: Parmesan, Pesto, Cauliflower, Roasted, Side Dish