Roasted Cauliflower with Kalamata Vinaigrette

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
22%
Roasted Cauliflower with Kalamata Vinaigrette
35 min.
4
162kcal

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If you’re in search of a vibrant side dish that’s not only delicious but also packs a nutritional punch, look no further than Roasted Cauliflower with Kalamata Vinaigrette! This dish is perfect for impressing guests at a dinner party or simply enjoying as a healthy accompaniment to your weeknight meals. The star of the show, cauliflower, is transformed into a caramelized delight with a slight crispness when roasted, bringing out its natural sweetness.

The addition of a zesty Kalamata vinaigrette elevates this dish to new heights. With a medley of finely chopped Kalamata olives, fresh lemon juice, and fragrant garlic, the vinaigrette adds a burst of Mediterranean flavor that pairs beautifully with the roasted cauliflower. Each bite is a perfect balance of creaminess and tang, making it an exciting option for those following a vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free diet.

In just 35 minutes, you can whip up this elegant side that will have everyone asking for seconds. Not only is it a feast for the senses, but it also boasts a mere 162 calories per serving, making it a guilt-free choice to indulge in. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to savor the perfect combination of textures and tastes that this Roasted Cauliflower with Kalamata Vinaigrette offers. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • pounds cauliflower 
  • small garlic clove 
  • 0.3 cup kalamata olives pitted finely chopped
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh to taste ()
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin divided

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F with rack in lower third.
  2. Cut cauliflower lengthwise into 3/4-inch-thick slices. Put in a large 4-sided sheet pan and toss with 2 tablespoon oil and 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper. Roast, turning once or twice, until golden and just tender, about 25 minutes.
  3. While cauliflower roasts, mince and mash garlic to a paste with a pinch of salt, then whisk together with lemon juice, remaining 2 tablespoons oil, olives, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
  4. Serve cauliflower drizzled with Kalamata vinaigrette.

Nutrition Facts

Calories162kcal
Protein5.43%
Fat79.47%
Carbs15.1%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.5
Glycemic Load
1.15
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
9.0400000110916%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Apigenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.17mg
Kaempferol
0.41mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.64mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:161.87kcal
8.09%
Fat:15.12g
23.26%
Saturated Fat:2.18g
13.65%
Carbohydrates:6.47g
2.16%
Net Carbohydrates:3.89g
1.42%
Sugar:2.31g
2.57%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:166.08mg
7.22%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.33g
4.65%
Vitamin C:56.34mg
68.29%
Vitamin K:25.83µg
24.6%
Folate:65.66µg
16.42%
Vitamin E:2.36mg
15.75%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
11.11%
Fiber:2.57g
10.29%
Potassium:349.61mg
9.99%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.44%
Vitamin B5:0.77mg
7.68%
Phosphorus:51.68mg
5.17%
Magnesium:18.35mg
4.59%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.12%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.06%
Iron:0.61mg
3.38%
Calcium:31.05mg
3.11%
Vitamin B3:0.6mg
3.02%
Copper:0.06mg
2.86%
Zinc:0.32mg
2.13%
Selenium:0.87µg
1.24%
Source:Epicurious