Baked Cauliflower – “Better Than Meat” 🥦🔥
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
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1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
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3 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp cumin
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½ tsp chili powder (optional)
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
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½ cup grated Parmesan (optional but delicious)
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Fresh parsley or lemon wedges for garnish
🔪 Instructions
1️⃣ Prep
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Season
In a large bowl, toss cauliflower with olive oil and all spices.
Spread in a single layer (don’t overcrowd).
3️⃣ Roast
Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Edges should be deeply golden and crispy.
4️⃣ Finish
Sprinkle with Parmesan in the last 5 minutes of baking (optional).
Serve with fresh lemon squeeze and parsley.
🥣 Optional Sauces (Game-Changer!)
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Garlic Yogurt Sauce: Greek yogurt + lemon + grated garlic
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Spicy Sriracha Mayo: Mayo + sriracha + lime
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Tahini Drizzle: Tahini + lemon juice + warm water + salt
🔥 Make It a Meal
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Stuff into tacos with slaw 🌮
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Serve over rice bowls with chickpeas 🍚
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Toss into salads for protein-style crunch 🥗
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Add to wraps with hummus & veggies 🌯