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Sweet and Spicy Baked Cauliflower

Sweet and Spicy Baked Cauliflower That'll Wow Your Taste Buds

Enjoy a delightful blend of sweetness and heat with this Sweet and Spicy Baked Cauliflower, an easy and crowd-pleasing dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Global
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cauliflower
  • 1 head Cauliflower Cut into florets
For the Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For coating the cauliflower
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or Maple Syrup Use maple for a vegan option
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Opt for low-sodium if preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust to preferred spice level
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper Freshly cracked is recommended
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley or Cilantro Chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • tongs

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil until evenly coated.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together honey (or maple syrup), soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper for the glaze.
  4. Pour the glaze over the tossed cauliflower and mix until well-coated.
  5. Spread the glazed cauliflower in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through for even cooking.
  7. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and garnish with parsley or cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Feel free to adjust the spice levels and enjoy this versatile dish with grilled meats or as part of a grain bowl.

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