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Pesto Cauliflower

Published: Apr 21, 2021 by Louisa Clements · This post may contain affiliate links

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Use pesto and parmesan for an easy way to add flavour to roasted cauliflower.

Roasted cauliflower on a plate with parmesan grated on top.
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23 minutes minutes 1 Comment

Cauliflower, while delicious roasted on its own, really benefits from the addition of herbs and spices. This one of those recipes that seems pretty obvious; toss your cauliflower with your favourite store-bought pesto (or make your own pesto).

Pesto is easily one of my favourite condiments. It adds a ton of fresh flavour with literally zero effort. For that reason, I really think that this is one of the best cauliflower recipes.

Closeup of pesto cauliflower on a plate

It’s a side dish you can add to your repertoire and pull out pretty much whenever you have a head of cauliflower that needs to be used, plus the ingredient list is simple and made up of things you probably already have on hand.

This side dish would go really well with a variety of proteins, but I think it would pair perfectly with balsamic and sage glazed pork chops.

Roasted cauliflower on a plate

And if you’re wondering about other ways to use that pesto? How about making one of my favourite sandwiches inspired by a trip to Italy; a prosciutto, mozzarella and pesto-marinated tomato sandwich.

Roasted cauliflower on a plate with parmesan grated on top.

Pesto Cauliflower

Author: Louisa Clements
3.91 from 33 votes
Toss cauliflower with pesto and parmesan cheese for a simple an delicious side dish!
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Prep: 5 minutes minutes
Cook: 18 minutes minutes
Total: 23 minutes minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower, cut into small florets
  • 2 tablespoon pesto
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon chili flakes
  • ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425.
  • Whisk pesto with olive oil, salt and chili flakes. Toss with cauliflower on a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Roast in the oven for 15-18 minutes until cauliflower is starting to brown and caramelize.
  • Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and serve.
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Filed Under: easy, gluten free, quick recipes, side dish
Nutrition Facts
Pesto Cauliflower
Amount Per Serving
Calories 154 Calories from Fat 108
% Daily Value*
Fat 12g18%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Cholesterol 6mg2%
Sodium 356mg15%
Potassium 440mg13%
Carbohydrates 8g3%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 6g12%
Vitamin A 242IU5%
Vitamin C 69mg84%
Calcium 114mg11%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Nutrition information is an estimate and is provided for informational purposes only. If you have any specific dietary concerns, please consult with your healthcare practitioner.
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  1. Fiori

    April 21, 2021 at 8:26 pm

    This recipe sounds amazing - I can’t wait to make it. Your recipes are wonderful.,

    5 stars

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