Enjoy tender, flavorful roasted cauliflower served with a creamy, zesty garlic aioli. This simple yet elegant dish is perfect as a side or a healthy snack.
Author:Anya Bennett
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Category:Side Dish
Method:Roasting
Cuisine:Mediterranean
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Garlic Aioli:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
Pinch of black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Spread the cauliflower in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and golden brown, flipping halfway through.
While the cauliflower is roasting, prepare the aioli. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
Serve the roasted cauliflower warm with the garlic aioli for dipping.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of paprika or red pepper flakes to the cauliflower before roasting.
If you don’t have mayonnaise, you can use Greek yogurt as a base for the aioli, though the flavor will be slightly different.
Adjust the amount of garlic in the aioli to your preference.