Golden Roasted Cauliflower with Red Onion

Curry and lemon add an offbeat flavor and vivid color to this roasted cauliflower recipe. Red onion and garlic add depth of flavor. Use on its own as a tasty side dish, or toss with pasta or grains.

Golden Roasted Cauliflower with Red Onion

Serves: 6 as a side dish

Ingredients

• 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 large red onion, quartered and sliced
• 2 tablespoon olive or safflower oil
• juice of ½ lemon (about 2 tbsp)
• 1 ½ teaspoon curry powder
• 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
• salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
• fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped, as desired

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cauliflower and onion.
3. In a small bowl, combine the oil, lemon juice, and curry and whisk together. Drizzle over the cauliflower and stir until evenly coated.
4. Transfer the cauliflower mixture to a parchment-lined roasting pan and place in the oven. After 15 minutes, add the garlic and give the mixture a good stir.
5. Roast for 10 to 15 minutes longer, or until the vegetables are touched with brown spots. Transfer to a covered serving container, season with salt and pepper, and stir in as much cilantro or parsley as you'd like.

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