My easy Tumeric roasted cauliflower is a delicious, flavorful side dish seasoned with turmeric. If you love cauliflower, this recipe is worth a try. The lime and turmeric flavors blend beautifully to accent the roasted cauliflower flavors.
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This easy side dish is guaranteed to be a winner in your family! It isn’t often I will guarantee something, but this turmeric cauliflower was such a huge surprise. I didn’t expect my kids to devour it! This recipe was inspired by a recipe I had at a local take away place run by a caterer. It is no longer in business, but this turmeric and curry-flavored roasted cauliflower has stayed in my mind for years.
Why this turmeric cauliflower recipe is great:
- This turmeric cauliflower recipe was a surprise favorite in our house; even my picky eater loved it. It is quick and easy to make, and everyone loves it!
- I made this recipe for family and friends not too long ago. Their young son loved it so much that his mom asked me for the recipe so she could make it again for him!
- Cauliflower is one of those versatile vegetables that takes the flavor of seasoning well.
- This gluten free turmeric cauliflower recipe is whole30, paleo, vegan, and delicious!
Don’t forget to check out all of my kid-approved side dish recipes. Let me know which ones your kids liked best.
You can use a whole head of cauliflower and chop it up or buy your cauliflower pre-chopped from the grocery store. Another fun idea is to slice your cauliflower like steaks!
Allergen Information:
This roasted cauliflower is gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, egg-free, nut-free, and vegan.
Step-By-Step Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 375º F.
- Chop cauliflower and put it in a bowl. If you are making cauliflower steaks, Cut the cauliflower into thick slices. You will end up with some extra florets, which you can also cook.
- Add olive oil and lime juice to a small mixing bowl. Toss together to mix.
- Add seasonings and mix again.
- Put the cauliflower onto a greased baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes until the cauliflower is roasted.
- You can also cook this in an air fryer, which is handy during the summer when you don’t want to use your oven. Follow the directions in this Air Fryer Cauliflower Steaks recipe.
- Serve hot.
Well, I hope you will move past the bright neon yellow color and give this turmeric-roasted cauliflower recipe a try. It is so good! If you love turmeric, give this delicious Turmeric Chicken Wings recipe too!
Frequently Asked Questions:
The easiest way to cut cauliflower into steaks is by placing the head of the cauliflower stem down on a cutting board. Use a knife to cut down thick slices.
Don’t steam your cauliflower. It will prevent it from getting slightly crisp edges, which are so tasty!
Try not to cut into all of the florets. Keep florets whole, then oil and season from there.
This cauliflower will keep fresh for up to 4 days in an airtight container.
For a kick of spice, dust the cauliflower with crushed red pepper!
I know bright-colored foods can look a bit scary, but trust me, I know! But if you can, you will be surprised. It is incredible…even Mr. Fearless Dining will eat this cauliflower.
More Gluten-Free Side Dishes:
- Quick and Easy Mashed Rutabagas
- Curry Sweet Potato Hash Brown Waffles
- Gluten Free Cauliflower Cheddar Pancakes
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Quick and Easy Roasted Turmeric Cauliflower
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower cut up
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375º F.
- Chop cauliflower and put in a bowl.
- Add olive oil and toss together to mix.
- Add seasonings and mix again.
- Put in greased dish and bake for 20 minutes until cauliflower is roasted.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- You can cut your cauliflower into florets or steaks. To cut as steaks, place your cauliflower head stem side down. Use a knife to cut thick slices.
- Feel free to add some spice by adding crushed red pepper flakes!
- This cauliflower will keep fresh for up to 4 days in an airtight container.
- If you prefer to cook this in your air fryer, follow the directions in my Air Fryer Cauliflower Steaks recipe.
SPECIAL NOTE
Please know that every gluten free flour blend has a different starch to grain ratio. If you use a blend I didn’t test, you may need to adjust your moisture levels in your baked goods.
Nutrition
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I make a similar cauliflower, but have never tried making it with lime. Sounds awesome!
I think the lime adds a little extra pop. My kids seem to like it :-).
I made this tonight for dinner. I loved it and will definitely make it again. Thanks Fearless Dining!
I am so glad you liked it Renee 🙂
A cauliflower is popular in the middle east, I love how you upgraded with turmeric and curry, nice combo!
Thank you so much Farida 🙂