Ambrosial Roasted Garlic Cauliflower Recipe

Name: Ambrosial Roasted Garlic Cauliflower
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large cauliflower (trimmed and cut into bite size pieces); 16 garlic cloves, peeled and lightly crushed; 1 -2 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary; 1/4 teaspoon saffron thread, NOT packed if overdone it can be bitter; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 cup olive oil, warmed; 2 tablespoons olive oil, adding more if needed; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; Garnish; lemon slice; fresh rosemary sprig

Servings: persons

1 large cauliflower (trimmed and cut into bite size pieces)
16 garlic cloves, peeled and lightly crushed
1 -2 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
1/4 teaspoon saffron thread, NOT packed if overdone it can be bitter
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil, warmed
2 tablespoons olive oil, adding more if needed
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Garnish
lemon slice
fresh rosemary sprig

1
Preheated oven to 450 degrees.
2
Rinse cut cauliflower and do not dry.
3
Mix oil, rosemary, saffron, salt, pepper and garlic together. Let sit for 5 minutes.
4
Pour over cauliflower and toss to coat.
5
Place in a large cookie sheet pan in one layer.
6
Roast for 15 minutes; give a toss and bake for 15 more minutes, toss and then an other 15 minutes, till crisp edges and tender. Do roast for an other 15 minutes if more tenderness is desired.
7
Remove cauliflower and place in serving bowl.
8
Remove garlic and herbs and place in blender or small food processor with 1/4 cup olive oil and lemon juice. Pulse till smooth. Pour over cauliflower and watch it disappear. Or place in a bowl for dipping or spread on crisp bread.

837

kcal

Calories

Fat

139

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large cauliflower (trimmed and cut into bite size pieces), 16 garlic cloves, peeled and lightly crushed, 1 -2 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary, 1/4 teaspoon saffron thread, NOT packed if overdone it can be bitter, and more.

Yes, Ambrosial Roasted Garlic Cauliflower falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Ambrosial Roasted Garlic Cauliflower

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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