Description
BBQ Baked Cauliflower is a flavorful and healthy treat that combines the goodness of cauliflower with a delicious BBQ sauce, making it a perfect side dish or snack.
Ingredients
- 1 large head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets (about 6 cups)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder (optional)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Wash the cauliflower, cut it into evenly sized florets, and pat them dry thoroughly.
- In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the cauliflower in a single layer on the baking sheet, leaving space between the florets.
- Roast for 20 minutes, flipping the florets halfway through, until they begin to turn golden and become fork-tender.
- While the cauliflower bakes, whisk together the barbecue sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, chili powder, and minced garlic in a small bowl.
- Remove the cauliflower from the oven and toss it with the BBQ sauce until every floret is coated.
- Return the cauliflower to the oven for another 10–15 minutes, until the sauce is sticky and caramelized around the edges.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley or cilantro, green onions, or sesame seeds, if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add more chili powder to the BBQ sauce.
- Make sure to watch the cauliflower closely during the final baking time to prevent burning.
- This dish can be served as a side or a main vegetarian dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg