Roasted Cauliflower Pasta Toss Recipe

Name: Roasted Cauliflower Pasta Toss
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (2 pound) cauliflower; 2 tablespoons Gay Lea Spreadables, Original or Gay Lea Salted Butter, melted; 3 large cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided; 1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided; 1 cup Gay Lea Gold 18% Sour Cream; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, or as needed; 1 pound short pasta, such as rotini; 1/2 cup finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes; 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh basil leaves

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2
Trim cauliflower and separate into small florets. Toss cauliflower with melted butter, garlic and half each salt and pepper. Spread on a parchment paper-lined, rimmed baking sheet. Roast, stirring once, for 30 to 40 minutes or until golden and browned.
3
Transfer 1 cup (250 mL) cauliflower to a food processor. Add sour cream, Parmesan cheese and remaining salt and pepper; pulse until smooth.
4
Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water. Reserve 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) cooking water before draining.
5
Toss hot cooked pasta with sour cream mixture, remaining roasted cauliflower, sun-dried tomatoes and basil; add enough reserved pasta water to make pasta moist and saucy. Serve immediately with additional Parmesan cheese at the table.

771

kcal

Calories

Fat

116

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (2 pound) cauliflower, 2 tablespoons Gay Lea Spreadables, Original or Gay Lea Salted Butter, melted, 3 large cloves garlic, minced, 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided, and more.

Yes, Roasted Cauliflower Pasta Toss falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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!

Roasted Cauliflower Pasta Toss

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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