Best Roasted Cauliflower - Recipe

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil provides similar health benefits and a high smoke point.

lemon

🥗Healthier: lime

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lime offers a similar acidity, while vinegar can provide tang at a lower cost.

Select fresh cauliflower at the market, trimming off any bad spots.

Remove the greens from the cauliflower and compost them.

Cut the cauliflower in half and slice it into large pieces.

Prepare a steamer basket and steam the cauliflower for 5 minutes.

After steaming, transfer the cauliflower back to a bowl and drizzle with olive oil.

Toss the cauliflower in olive oil and spread it out on a cookie sheet.

Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C) and roast the cauliflower for 15 minutes.

After 15 minutes, turn the cauliflower over using a spatula and continue roasting.

Sprinkle fresh grated parmigiano reggiano cheese on top of the cauliflower and roast until golden brown.

Finish the dish with more parmigiano reggiano, roasted shallots, and chopped fresh basil.

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