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Roasted Cauliflower with Herb Sauce & Toasted Almonds

Name: Roasted Cauliflower with Herb Sauce & Toasted Almonds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large head cauliflower; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; Salt & black pepper, to taste; 1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped; 1/4 cup fresh mint (or cilantro), chopped; 1 small garlic clove, minced; 1 tbsp capers, chopped (optional); Zest & juice of 1/2 lemon; 2 tbsp olive oil; Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional); Salt, to taste; 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted; Extra lemon wedges, for serving

Category:

Main Course

Difficulty: Easy

Serves:

4 people

Prep Time: 15 Minutes

Cook Time: 35 Minutes

Rating:

(0.00/5)

June 24, 2025 by Chef Molly

Deeply caramelized cauliflower tossed with a vibrant parsley-mint dressing and topped with crunchy toasted almonds. This dish is bursting with bold, fresh flavor — naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and soy-free.

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What You’ll Need:

For the Roasted Cauliflower

1 large head cauliflower
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Salt & black pepper, to taste

For the Herb Sauce

1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh mint (or cilantro), chopped
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 tbsp capers, chopped (optional)
Zest & juice of 1/2 lemon
2 tbsp olive oil
Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt, to taste

Topping

1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
Extra lemon wedges, for serving

Prepration for:Roasted Cauliflower with Herb Sauce & Toasted Almonds

Step 1/4

Roast the Cauliflower

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Season cauliflower with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bake on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crisped at the edges.

Step 2/4

Make the Herb Sauce

In a small bowl, mix chopped parsley, mint, garlic, capers, lemon zest and juice, olive oil, and pepper flakes. Season with salt to taste. Let sit to allow flavors to meld.

Step 3/4

Toast the Almonds

In a dry pan over medium heat, toast almonds until golden (2–3 minutes). Stir frequently and watch closely.

Step 4/4

Assemble the Dish

Transfer roasted cauliflower to a serving dish. Spoon herb sauce generously over the top. Sprinkle with toasted almonds and serve with extra lemon wedges.

Chef's Tips & Notes

Serve over quinoa or lentils for a full meal. You can sub sunflower seeds for almonds to make it nut-free. Also delicious cold or room-temp for meal prep!

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