Roasted Cauliflower Turmeric (Printable)
Golden-hued cauliflower florets roasted with turmeric and spices, perfect as a healthy side or light main dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 large head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
→ Spices & Seasonings
02 - 1 ½ teaspoons ground turmeric
03 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
04 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - ½ teaspoon sea salt
06 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Oils & Acids
07 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
→ Garnishes (optional)
09 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
10 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine olive oil, turmeric, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
03 - Add the cauliflower florets and toss thoroughly to coat evenly with the spice mixture.
04 - Spread the cauliflower evenly on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
05 - Roast for 25–30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until golden and crisp-tender.
06 - Remove from the oven and sprinkle with lemon juice.
07 - Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with fresh cilantro and toasted sesame seeds, if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The turmeric creates this gorgeous golden color that makes any plate look instantly elegant
- Its one of those rare dishes thats both incredibly healthy and genuinely crave-worthy
- The recipe is forgiving enough to experiment with but consistent enough to work every single time
02 -
- Crowding the pan is the quickest way to end up with steamed, soggy cauliflower instead of roasted perfection
- Turmeric stains everything, so use a baking sheet liner and avoid wearing your favorite white shirt
- The cauliflower is done when a fork slides through easily but there's still some resistance at the center
03 -
- Cut your florets to a similar size so they finish roasting at the same time
- Let the oven fully preheat before adding the pan for the best caramelization