Roasted Greek Cauliflower

White serving platter of roasted cauliflower topped with olives, herbs, and feta cheese.

5 from 1 vote

Turn ordinary cauliflower into an extraordinary side dish with this Roasted Greek Cauliflower. Oven-roasted cauliflower is topped with fresh herbs, olives, and tangy feta cheese.

Prep Time10

Cook Time25

Total Time35

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American, Greek

Servings:

Calories: 284kcal

Author: Abbey McDermott

Equipment

half sheet pan

Ingredients

Cauliflower

1 head cauliflower cut into florets
1½ tablespoons olive oil or similar
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon dried parsley or dill
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon Kosher salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Olive and herb topping

½ cup chopped Castelvetrano olives
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
½ cup chopped scallions
¼ cup olive oil
½-¾ cup crumbled feta cheese see notes

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425℉. Place the sheet pan in the oven to preheat at the same time.
Add the cauliflower florets to a mixing bowl. Add 1½ tablespoons of oil and toss to coat. Add the seasonings and toss to evenly coat.
Spread the cauliflower on the preheated pan. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cauliflower is caramelized and tender.
Meanwhile, combine the olives, parsley (reserving some for garnish), scallions, and olive oil in a small bowl. Stir together.
Transfer the cauliflower to a serving platter. Top with the olive and herb mixture and the crumbled feta. Garnish with reserved parsley. Serve immediately with greek yogurt mixed with a squeeze of lemon juice, if desired.

Notes

Cauliflower: Cauliflower does not need to be boiled before roasting. This can cause it to become water-logged, thus resulting in mushy cauliflower. For the best results, roast the cauliflower right before serving.

Feta cheese: Buy a block of feta cheese and crumble it when you are ready to use for the freshest quality.

Preparation: Preheat the baking sheet to help the cauliflower caramelize. Spread the cauliflower in an even layer, leaving space between the florets so they can caramelize around the edges. Crowding the baking sheet can cause the cauliflower to steam.

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