Description
A comforting vegan dish featuring roasted cauliflower glazed to golden perfection with zesty lemon and sweet maple syrup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss the cauliflower florets with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and salt in a large bowl until coated.
- Spread the florets in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through until crispy and golden brown.
- In a small saucepan, whisk together lemon juice, maple syrup, soy sauce, 1 tablespoon olive oil, black pepper, and minced garlic.
- Mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water until smooth, then whisk into the saucepan mixture.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring to a simmer, whisking constantly for 1-2 minutes until thickened.
- Remove from heat and pour the warm glaze over roasted cauliflower, tossing gently to coat.
- Serve immediately for maximum flavor.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat in the oven for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg