Dairy Free Turmeric Roasted Cauliflower
Cauliflower gets a serious glow-up here, roasted at high heat until the edges turn deep golden brown and the stems go perfectly tender. The spice blend — turmeric, cumin, smoked paprika, and a hint of cayenne — builds layers of warm, earthy flavor that make this feel far more exciting than your average vegetable side. One of the smartest moves in this recipe is preheating the sheet pan before the cauliflower ever touches it, which means instant searing contact and those irresistible caramelized cut sides you just can't get any other way. Everything comes together with extra-virgin olive oil as the only fat, so there's no butter or cream to worry about — it's naturally free of dairy without any substitutions or swaps required. A squeeze of fresh lemon and a handful of chopped parsley at the end brighten the whole dish and balance the richness of the roasted spices. This works just as well as a weeknight side as it does on a holiday spread, and it's the kind of recipe that quietly converts cauliflower skeptics at the table.
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4 servings
- 1 large head cauliflower (about 2 lb), cut into 1 ½-inch florets
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¾ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Position a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat to 425°F (220°C). Place a large sheet pan in the oven while it preheats.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, turmeric, cumin, smoked paprika, black pepper, salt, and cayenne, if using. Add the cauliflower florets and toss until every piece is evenly coated.
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