Roasted Cauliflower with Caper Vinaigrette

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
42%
Roasted Cauliflower with Caper Vinaigrette
35 min.
4
199kcal

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Embark on a delightful culinary journey with this Roasted Cauliflower with Caper Vinaigrette recipe, a vibrant and nutritious side dish that promises to elevate any meal. This dish is not only delectable but also caters to a wide range of dietary preferences, making it a versatile choice for your table. Whether you're a vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free eater, this recipe is crafted with you in mind. Best of all, it's ready in just 35 minutes, ensuring a hassle-free and enjoyable cooking experience.

Serving four, this dish is rich in flavor without the heavy calorie load, with each serving clocking in at around 199 calories. It's the perfect accompaniment to any main course, offering a delightful balance of textures and tastes. The star of the show, the cauliflower, is roasted to perfection, retaining its natural sweetness and enhancing its cruciferous goodness. But it's the caper vinaigrette that truly steals the show, a zesty, tangy sauce that complements the cauliflower beautifully.

Prepare to indulge in a symphony of flavors and textures with this Roasted Cauliflower with Caper Vinaigrette. It's more than just a side dish; it's a testament to the joy of cooking and the art of simple, wholesome meals. So, why not give your taste buds a treat and whip up this delicious, nutritious, and easy-to-make dish tonight? Your dinner table will thank you.

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup capers 
  • head cauliflower 
  • bunch parsley fresh coarsely chopped
  • clove garlic smashed
  • 0.3 cup golden raisins 
  • servings kosher salt 
  • servings olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 0.3 cup red wine vinegar 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. To prepare the cauliflower, pull and cut off the green leaves.
  3. Cut the head in half from the top to the bottom.
  4. Cut out the core, and then cut the top into smaller pieces leaving some stem attached. You want bite-sized florets that look like little trees of cauliflower.
  5. Toss the cauliflower with olive oil and salt and place in the oven. Roast the cauliflower for 20 minutes.
  6. While the cauliflower is roasting, puree the capers, garlic, vinegar, and parsley in a food processor. While the machine is running, drizzle in 1/4 cup olive oil. Taste and season with salt, if needed.
  7. Toss the roasted cauliflower with the vinaigrette and sprinkle with the raisins.

Nutrition Facts

Calories199kcal
Protein7.19%
Fat62.39%
Carbs30.42%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37.67
Glycemic Load
5.45
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
17.774782683538%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
30.76mg
Luteolin
0.3mg
Kaempferol
15.34mg
Myricetin
2.13mg
Quercetin
19.92mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:198.67kcal
9.93%
Fat:14.65g
22.55%
Saturated Fat:2.18g
13.61%
Carbohydrates:16.08g
5.36%
Net Carbohydrates:12g
4.36%
Sugar:8.28g
9.2%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:550.44mg
23.93%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.8g
7.6%
Vitamin K:267.43µg
254.7%
Vitamin C:89.31mg
108.25%
Folate:106.41µg
26.6%
Vitamin A:1215.58IU
24.31%
Potassium:589.75mg
16.85%
Fiber:4.07g
16.29%
Vitamin B6:0.32mg
15.92%
Vitamin E:2.35mg
15.64%
Manganese:0.3mg
15.1%
Iron:1.99mg
11.07%
Vitamin B5:1.04mg
10.36%
Magnesium:36.26mg
9.06%
Phosphorus:85.37mg
8.54%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.86%
Copper:0.16mg
7.75%
Calcium:62.98mg
6.3%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.89%
Vitamin B3:1.1mg
5.48%
Zinc:0.62mg
4.12%
Selenium:1.18µg
1.68%