Description
A delightful blend of sweet honey and savory soy creates tender, caramelized cauliflower florets—a perfect side for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head of cauliflower, cut into florets (about 600 g)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (maple for vegan)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, honey (or maple syrup), soy sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; whisk until well blended.
- Add the cauliflower florets to the bowl and toss to coat them evenly.
- Spread the coated cauliflower on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper in a single layer.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
For a deeper glaze, brush additional honey or maple on during the last 5 minutes of roasting, then broil briefly. Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 475mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg