Heart-Healthy Roasted Cauliflower with Crispy Breadcrumbs

Elevate your dinner table with this vibrant and flavorful Heart-Healthy Roasted Cauliflower with Crispy Breadcrumbs! This recipe transforms a humble head of cauliflower into golden, caramelized perfection, seasoned with paprika, garlic, and a splash of zesty lemon juice for a bright pop of flavor. The crunchy topping, made with whole-grain breadcrumbs toasted in olive oil and infused with garlic, fresh parsley, thyme, and lemon zest, adds a delightful texture to every bite. Not only is this dish low in saturated fat and packed with wholesome ingredients, but it’s also quick and easy to prepare—ready in just 40 minutes! Perfect as a nutrient-dense side or a light vegetarian main, this recipe is an irresistible celebration of heart-healthy eating.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large head Cauliflower
• 2.5 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Whole-grain breadcrumbs
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Paprika

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Cut the cauliflower into florets. Make sure they are roughly the same size to ensure even roasting.

Step 3

Place the cauliflower florets in a large mixing bowl and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Toss to coat, ensuring each piece is covered.

Step 4

Sprinkle the cauliflower with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and paprika. Toss again to distribute the seasoning evenly.

Step 5

Spread the cauliflower florets in a single layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 6

Roast the cauliflower in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until tender and golden brown, turning halfway through.

Step 7

While the cauliflower is roasting, prepare the breadcrumb topping. Mince the garlic cloves finely.

Step 8

In a medium skillet over medium heat, add the remaining 0.5 tablespoons of olive oil.

Step 9

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 10

Add the whole-grain breadcrumbs to the skillet with the garlic and stir continuously until the breadcrumbs are lightly browned and crisp, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 11

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lemon zest, fresh parsley, and fresh thyme. Mix well to combine.

Step 12

Transfer the roasted cauliflower to a serving dish and drizzle with lemon juice.

Step 13

Top the roasted cauliflower with the crispy breadcrumb mixture.

Step 14

Serve hot and enjoy your heart-healthy roasted cauliflower with crispy breadcrumbs.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(930.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	763.8

Total Fat 40.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2803.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 85.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.0g	0%
Total Sugars 20.5g
Protein 24.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 258.0mg	0%
Iron 6.9mg	0%
Potassium 2719.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.2%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 42.5%