Roasted Cauliflower Curry Recipe - Healthy « Running in a Skirt (2024)

My Roasted Cauliflower Curry recipe is a crazy addictive and healthy side dish that just might be the tastiest way to eat cauliflower. This oven roasted curry cauliflower uses a unique blend of curry spices for a really unique pop of flavor! This recipe is also vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, low-carb, and keto.

Roasted Cauliflower Curry Recipe

This Roasted Cauliflower Recipe is so simple to make and absolutely delicious. It's bursting with a unique flavor and is a great way to enjoy cauliflower. Ready in just 30 minutes - with mostly hand-off oven cooking time- this simple roasted cauliflower is a great healthy weekday side dish.

Sure you could roast the cauliflower with more traditional spices, but let's think outside of the box for some real flavor!

The star of the recipes is a rich blend of spices including curry powder, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Plus, a little lemon brightens up the entire dish. This is a great way to enjoy rich Indian curry flavors, without preparing a rich curry sauce. The warmth and richness of this dish are surprisingly delicious. And just look at the gorgeous yellow color you get!

This simple roasted cauliflower with Indian flavor is crazy addictive. In fact, I imagine your entire pan will disappear every time you make it. Curry Roasted Cauliflower just might be the BEST way to prepare cauliflower.

Looking for more roasted cauliflower recipes? Try my Parmesan Ranch Roasted Caulifower or Buffalo Roasted Cauliflower.

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Why You'll Love this Roasted Caulifower Curry recipe...

• This Roasted Cauliflower Curry recipe is super simple to make. It's not messy (one bowl and one pan) and is ready in less than 30 minutes.
• It's a great EASY way to enjoy curry flavors, without the rich calorie-filled sauce.
• It's super healthy! Cauliflower is a superfood cruciferous vegetable that's high in fiber and vitamins. Even though it's white, it's still packed with nutrients including vitamin A and vitamin C. It's also rich in choline, and antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory health benefits.
• It fits into so many diets! This recipe is vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, keto, whole 30, low-carb, and more.
• It's low in calories, making a great weekday side dish - only 135 calories a serving!
• This recipe is so addictive that my family ate an entire head of cauliflower in one sitting.

Ingredients:

Here's an overview of what you'll need to make Roasted Cauliflower Curry, but keep scrolling for the full recipe amounts.

• Cauliflower: You can either buy pre-cut cauliflower or an entire head of cauliflower for this recipe. If buying a head, look for one that is heavy for its size and has densely packed florets. Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized pieces with some flat sides for easy roasting. Either way, you'll need about 2 pounds of cauliflower.
• Olive Oil: You'll need a nice olive oil for roasting. I like to use this one.
• Curry Powder: Curry powder is an Indian spice and a rich blend of turmeric, cumin, coriander, ginger, and black pepper. For the most flavor, make sure your spices are fresh and replace them yearly. Try this one!
• Garlic Power: I like to use some extra garlic powder in my curry roasted cauliflower to bring out the rich flavors. Garlic power is a great way to evenly distribute garlic flavor on roasted veggies without having little bits of burnt cloves of garlic.
• Lemon: Fresh lemon brightens up the dish and brings out the flavors.
• Salt & Pepper
• Cooking Spray
• Garnish: Fresh Cilantro

Instructions:

Here's an overview of the instructions to make the Roasted Cauliflower Curry, but keep scrolling for the full printable recipe.

1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees and spray a baking sheet with cooking spray. For easy cleanup, line your pan with foil or parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, toss the cauliflower florets in the olive oil, lemon juice, curry powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to taste.
3. Put the cauliflower on your baking sheet, evenly packing it out.
4. Roast for 20-25 minutes until the cauliflower is tender and the edges are crispy.
5. Put the Curry Roasted Cauliflower on a serving platter and top with chopped cilantro.

Pro Tip: Make sure your cauliflower has plenty of space on the pan- don't crowd it. That's the best way to get a crispy roasted vegetable.

Variations

I love this Roasted Cauliflower Curry recipe as written, but here are some ways to mix it up.

• Mix up the Veggies: You can use these same flavors and spices with different roasted vegetables. You can also try to mix in broccoli, potatoes, or carrots.
• Mix up the Citrus: Swap out the lemon for lime juice for a different twist and flavor.
• Make it Spicy: Add red pepper flakes or a dash of your favorite hot sauce.
• Add a Yogurt Sauce: Mix plain greek yogurt, lemon, garlic, and curry powder to make a simple yogurt drizzle or dipping sauce. Or serve it with my Homemade Tzatziki Sauce.

FAQ

How do I store leftovers of Roasted Cauliflower Curry?

Store leftovers of Roasted Caulifower Curry in an airtight container in the fridge for up 5 days.

How do I reheat it?

You can reheat it in the microwave, but it will not have the same texture. It will still taste good though. To replicate the crispy fresh roasted cauliflower, reheat it in the oven at 425 for 5-10 minutes until warmed through.

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes, you can make this and reheat it for meal prep. If you are trying to make it ahead for guests, I'd cut the cauliflower and toss it into a ziplock bag with the olive oil, lemon juice, and spices. Store it in the fridge. When you are ready to serve it roast it fresh so it tastes the best. But you can save time by doing the prep work ahead of time!

Why does my roasted cauliflower get mushy?

You'll need to make sure your cauliflower is evenly spaced and uncrowded on the pan so it roasts and not steams. If it's crowded it will just steam.

Also cooking it at a high heat helps! Also don't overcook it, as it is best when it still has a bite of a bite for texture.

Roasted Cauliflower Curry- The Perfect Healthy Side Dish

Roasted Cauliflower Curry is the perfect healthy side dish. This just might be your new favorite way to eat cauliflower. The rich roasted flavor and curry pair perfectly together for an irresistible dish you will want to try again and again.

You can serve this on its own or as part of a grain bowl with quinoa and protein. It's also great as a side dish. I included some pescatarian, vegan and vegetarian options below that would round out the meal well. While this dish does feature curry powder, the flavors blend well with many different types of cuisine, not just Indian.

This is a recipe that's on regular rotation at my house. It's a great way to get everyone to eat some vegetables. I hope you love it as much as we do.

Make it a Meal:

You can serve this as a side dish with any of these tasty main courses below.

• Blackened Swordfish
• Blackened Mahi Mahi
• Mushroom and Sweet Potato Crock Pot Curry
• Coconut Rice
• Crispy Asian Tofu
• Seared Scallops with Mango Salsa
• Rainbow Vegan Chickpea Salad
• Thai Peanut Noodle Salad
• Avocado Pasta

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More Healthy Cauliflower Recipes to Try:

• Parmesan Ranch Roasted Cauliflower
• Roasted Cauliflower Salad
• Buffalo Roasted Cauliflower
• Low Carb Cauliflower Potato Salad
• Healthy Buffalo Cauliflower Dip

More Healthy Roasted Vegetables to Try:

• Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Garlic
• Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Butternut Squash
• Oven Roasted Green Beans and Garlic
• 5 Ingredient Garlic Parmesan Roasted Carrots
• Garlic Parmesan Oven Roasted Asparagus
• Asian Roasted Green Beans
• Oven Roasted Butternut Squash
• Oven Roasted Baby Red Potatoes

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