Cauliflower has been neglected for a long time, but now it's taking center stage in many dishes, and for good reason! It is available everywhere, is easy to chop and takes on a variety of flavors. Try these delicious cauliflower parmesan recipes and you won't regret it!
The cauliflower only needs to be roasted briefly in the oven to soften and caramelize slightly around the edges before being sprinkled with Parmesan cheese. These warm and cozy recipes are simply delicious!
Roasted Cauliflower with Garlic and Parmesan
The best Roasted Cauliflower with Garlic and Parmesan recipe that goes well with any main dish or protein. Minimal ingredients but big taste! So crispy and cheesy, and ready in just 30 minutes.
Preparation:10 minutes
Baking time:30 minutes
Servings:4
Ingredients:
- 1 medium head of cauliflower
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2-3 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves of garlic, coarsely chopped
- 1 1/2 tsp Paprika
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground pepper
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
Preparation:
- Place a large, rimmed baking sheet on the middle rack of the oven and preheat the oven to 450°F.
- Cut the cauliflower into florets and place them in a large bowl. Mix them with olive oil, garlic, paprika, salt and pepper.
- Spread the cauliflower on a preheated baking sheet. Arrange the florets in a single layer so that each individual floret is well toasted. Bake for 25 minutes, turning once after 15 minutes, until lightly toasted and tender.
- Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the cauliflower and return it to the oven for another 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add the lemon juice and fresh parsley and serve the dish.
Cauliflower steaks with cheese and marinara sauce
Baked cauliflower is a low-carb,vegetarian dishwith marinara sauce, mozzarella and parmesan cheese that brings a delicious vegetable to the table.
Preparation:10 minutes
Baking time:40 minutes
Servings:4
Ingredients:
- 1 head of cauliflower, cleaned and cut into 1.5 cm thick slices
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper
- 220 g marinara sauce (or other tomato sauce)
- 25g freshly grated Parmesan, divided
- 220 g grated mozzarella cheese
- 1 tbsp chopped basil
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
Preparation:
- Place the cauliflower core side down, cut it in half and divide it in half. By cutting the core, the florets stay together.
- Preheat the oven to 220°C. Place the cauliflower steaks in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet and brush both sides of the vegetable steaks with olive oil. Season them with salt and pepper.
- Bake, turning once, until the cauliflower is tender and golden, about 30-35 minutes.
- Remove from oven and brush each steak with marinara sauce. Then sprinkle them with the grated mozzarella and half of the Parmesan.
- Turn the oven on to the “grill” position and grill the cauliflower steaks until the cheese is bubbly and golden, about 3 minutes.
- Serve the roasted cauliflower sprinkled with the remaining Parmesan cheese, chopped basil leaves and red pepper flakes.
Parmesan Chicken and Cauliflower Steak Casserole
The best parmesan chicken with delicious crispy cauliflower and a rich tomato sauce. This dish is easy to make and worth every minute of preparation! If you love hearty, nutritious and tasty dinner, you've come to the right place.
Preparation:10 minutes
Baking time:30 minutes
Servings:6
Ingredients:
- 3 chicken breasts
- 1 cauliflower (thickly sliced)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 TL Pfeffer
- 1 tsp red chili flakes
- 250 g tomato sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 30 g Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 120 g mozzarella cheese, grated
- 1 tbsp fresh chopped basil or parsley
Preparation:
- In a shallow bowl, combine the garlic powder, onion powder, chili flakes, salt and pepper. Add the chicken breasts to the spice mixture and coat each breast evenly. Let them rest while you prepare the cauliflower.
- Preheat the oven to 220°C. Place the cauliflower steaks in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet and brush both sides with olive oil. Season them with salt and pepper.
- Bake the cauliflower for about 10-15 minutes, turning once. Remove from the oven and brush each cauliflower steak with half of the tomato sauce. Place the seasoned chicken breasts on top of the steaks and pour the remaining tomato sauce over them. Sprinkle each chicken breast with 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese and grated mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle more Parmesan on top if desired.
- Bake the chicken and cauliflower casserole for 35 to 40 minutes, until the cheese is meltedand the Parmesan chickenis completely cooked through. Sprinkle the casserole with extra Parmesan cheese and freshly chopped basil (or parsley) and serve immediately.
