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Wednesday, June 26, 2013

Sesame Roasted Cauliflower

Every time I purchase a new head of cauliflower, I try to find other ways to experiment with it. I have to say that roasting is my all-time favorite way to prepare and consume it as it really takes on a wonderful flavor. This time I added in some sesame oil and seeds to give it a little different flare and it was extremely tasty.



Did you know that cauliflower...
  • Originated in the Mediterranean and Asia Minor about 2000 years ago
  • Is available year round but is more plentiful in the Spring and Fall
  • A low calorie vegetable and fiber, folacin, potassium and vitamin C
  • In the U.S., California is the largest cauliflower producing state, followed by Arizona then New York; however, China is the largest producer followed by India then the U.S. 
  • There are hundreds of different types of varieties and come in white, orange, green and purple
Sesame Roasted Cauliflower

Prep Time: 10 minutes                  Yield: 4
Cook Time: 40-45 minutes            Serving: 1
Total Time: 50-55 minutes
Ingredients
  • 1 Head Cauliflower
  • 2 Garlic Cloves, chopped
  • 2 tbsp. Canola Oil
  • 1 tbsp. Sesame Oil
  • 1/4 tsp. Kosher Salt
  • 1/8 tsp. Fresh Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp. Sesame Seeds
Directions
  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. 
  2. Cut cauliflower down to florets, removing the stems and rinse under cold water; drain. 
  3. Add the cauliflower to a bowl; then add in the garlic, both oils, salt, pepper and sesame seeds. Mix well to coat. 
  4. Transfer cauliflower to a baking sheet and bake for 40-45 minutes, turning halfway through or until the cauliflower has softened and turned a golden brown. 
Nutrition Facts
Calories 148, Carbs 11.8g, Fat 11g, Protein 4.4g, Fiber 5.4g, Sugar 5.1g

*Calculations based on ingredients entered into Calorie Count and may not be 100% accurate. 

Enjoy! 


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*Cauliflower facts provided by the Agricultural Marketing Resource Center

4 comments:

  1. Carrie,
    This looks amazing. I wonder, if I can find the right pan, if I could grill this instead of turning on the oven.
    Thanks!

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    1. You could probably grill this in a vegetable pan or wrap in foil and place on the grill.

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  2. I'm obsessed with cauliflower. Can't have too many recipes for it!

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    1. It's one of my more recent obsessions as well Anita and I'm always looking for new ways to make it.

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