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    Watch What U Eat > Healthy Holiday Recipes > Easy Oven Roasted Whole Cauliflower

    Easy Oven Roasted Whole Cauliflower

    Published: Nov 3, 2017 ยท Modified: Aug 31, 2020 by Watch What U Eat ยท This post may contain affiliate links ยท 9 Comments

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    whole roasted cauliflower in a baking dish
    Healthy Oven Roasted Whole Cauliflower with garlic and herb is the easiest and delicious way of preparing cauliflower for a meatless party or holiday dinner. | #watchwhatueat #cauliflower #vegan #veganthanksgiving

    Oven Roasted Whole Cauliflower with garlic and herb is the easiest and delicious way of preparing cauliflower for a meatless party or holiday dinner. Moreover, it is healthy without any added butter, cream or sugar, etc.

    Whole roasted cauliflower with tomato and herbs in baking dish.

    Have you ever thought of baking whole cauliflower in the oven?

    Somehow, I always felt a bit hesitant in trying this dish out. I had this unusual crazy fear in me that it might taste bland as all the spices would stick on the outside only. But to myย surprise, this was definitely not the case. This oven roasted cauliflower did turn out both tasty and flavorful.

    If you have never tried baking whole cauliflower you should definitely try this recipe. This whole cauliflower roast looks so exotic on the dinner table. It will be a perfect meatless alternative to whole roast chicken or whole turkey roast in a Thanksgiving menu. Trust me, your vegan/vegetarian guests will love this so much!

    Jump to:
    • How to makeย oven roasted whole cauliflower?
    • Serving suggestions
    • Helpful tips!
    • How is this roasted cauliflower healthy?
    • More cauliflower recipes you will love
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    Whole cauliflower with tomatoes and herbs in baking dish and is ready to bake.
    Garlic, jalapeรฑo, cilantro and spices in a food processor jar.

    How to makeย oven roasted whole cauliflower?

    Preparing for this recipe is very easy and involves very less time. In a food processor combine fresh garlic cloves, fresh cilantro, paprika, some good quality tomato ketchup, salt, and pepper. Pulse the mixture to a coarse grind consistency. Generously rub this marinade on the entire surface of the cauliflower head. Place the marinated cauliflower on a bed of tomato pieces in a casserole dish and bake in a preheated oven until well done.

    Serving suggestions

    It really goes well with mashed potatoes on the side of pasta or even with this butternut squash risotto. This roasted whole cauliflower will be a perfect addition to meatless party dinner menu.

    Helpful tips!

    • Choose fresh and large cauliflower head for this recipe. Thoroughly rinse and remove dark spot if any.
    • I use chemical or preservatives free organic tomato ketchup. It might be a bit pricey but I find it tastes much better than regular ketchup.
    • Use a large and deep casserole dish for baking the cauliflower head.
    Healthy Oven Roasted Whole Cauliflower. | #cauliflower #vegan #veganthanksgiving #lowcarb

    How is this roasted cauliflower healthy?

    Cauliflower is naturally rich in vitamin C, vitamin K, and B vitamins. Also, it is a low-calorie vegetable with low carbs and fat. Additionally, it contains several beneficial phytochemicals. ย WHFoods recommends eating cauliflower more frequentlyย to get the fabulousย benefits provided by the cruciferous vegetable family.

    Healthy Oven Roasted Whole Cauliflower. | #cauliflower #vegan #veganthanksgiving #lowcarb

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    Healthy Oven Roasted Whole Cauliflower with garlic and herb is the easiest and delicious way of preparing cauliflower for a meatless party or holiday dinner. | #cauliflower #vegan #veganthanksgiving #lowcarb
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    Easy Oven Roasted Whole Cauliflower

    Whole cauliflower head rubbed with garlic, cilantro, lime and spice mixture and baked in the oven to perfection. This exotic looking dish on the dinner table is a perfect crowd pleaser.
    Course: Lunch / Dinner,Main Course
    Cuisine: American Inspired
    Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 1 hour hour
    Total Time 1 hour hour 10 minutes minutes
    Servings :4
    Calories :128kcal
    Author:Swati Kadam Gulati

    Ingredients

    • 1 large cauliflower head
    • ยฝ cup fresh cilantro
    • 2-3 tablespoon tomato ketchup
    • 4-5 garlic cloves
    • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
    • ยฝ lime juiced
    • 1 jalapeno optional
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 3 medium tomatoes cut each into the quarter
    • salt and pepper

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 400 F
    • Cut leaves and trim the stem flushย from the bottom of the cauliflower head. It will help the cauliflower to sit flat on the casserole pan
    • Add fresh cilantro, garlic, jalapeno, tomato ketchup, paprika, lime juice, salt, and pepper into a food processor. Pulse the ingredients until they combine well to form a coarse mixture.
    • Rub the cilantro-garlic mixture on the cauliflower generously.
    • Place the cauliflower in the casserole dish. Drizzle some oil on top
    • Add tomato pieces in the pan.
    • Cover the casserole pan with Aluminium foil
    • Now bake the cauliflower in the oven covered for 45 min. Uncover and bake further for 10-15 min.
    • Let it cool. Then cut the cauliflowerย into thick wedges and serve with roasted tomatoes from the pan.

    Notes

    1. You can check the doneness of cauliflower using a long wooden skewer. It should pass through easily

    Nutrition

    Calories: 128kcal
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    1. Lauren says

      March 23, 2021 at 11:01 am

      5 stars
      I always come back to this recipe. I just love it so much. If I want it with some spice, I replace some or all of the ketchup with harissa paste! Ugh, it’s so good and flavorful.

      Reply
    2. Sarah Stonehouse says

      January 09, 2021 at 3:49 pm

      5 stars
      Just made this! BEYOND HAPPY! Added red pesto in the rub and red onions into the tray… Yum!

      Reply
    3. Elizabeth says

      December 23, 2018 at 7:14 pm

      Can this cauliflower be prepared ahead and keep in the refri?

      Reply
    4. Jaclyn says

      November 06, 2018 at 4:17 pm

      Got a non-cilantro fan in the house, any herb substitutions or can we do without?

      Reply
      • Watch What U Eat says

        November 08, 2018 at 9:17 am

        Hi Jaclyn,

        You can skip it or use a little bit of parsley instead.

        Reply
    5. hung says

      November 28, 2017 at 9:37 pm

      4 stars
      Thanks for sharing this nutritious recipe. I will try to do it soon

      Reply
    6. komal's recipes says

      November 08, 2017 at 5:37 am

      5 stars
      Very nice presentation, will definitely try this.

      Reply
    7. Diane Wilkins says

      November 07, 2017 at 8:36 pm

      5 stars
      Just popped it in the oven, smells so go.

      Reply
    8. Bariatric Eating says

      November 03, 2017 at 1:06 pm

      The good thing about this recipe is that you will not only enjoy the delicious food but you can also ensure that you are eating nutritious and healthy food. Gonna try this recipe soon. Thanks for sharing this nutritious recipe.

      Reply

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