Low Sodium Savory Baked Cauliflower

Transform your weeknight meals with this flavorful and heart-healthy Low Sodium Savory Baked Cauliflower recipe. Bursting with aromatic spices like smoked paprika, garlic powder, and dried thyme, this dish brings bold flavor without relying on added salt, making it perfect for low-sodium diets. Tender cauliflower florets are roasted to golden perfection in olive oil, then finished with a zesty drizzle of lemon juice and a bright garnish of fresh parsley. Quick and easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, this recipe is ideal as a wholesome side dish or a light vegetarian main course. Simple, nutritious, and packed with savory goodness, this baked cauliflower dish will become a staple in your healthy eating routine!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium head Cauliflower
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Remove the green leaves and core from the cauliflower, then cut it into even-sized florets.

Step 3

Place the cauliflower florets in a large bowl and add olive oil. Toss until the florets are evenly coated.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, smoked paprika, and dried thyme.

Step 5

Sprinkle the spice mixture over the cauliflower and toss again until the florets are evenly coated.

Step 6

Spread the cauliflower florets in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until the cauliflower is tender and lightly browned.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and sprinkle the lemon juice over the roasted cauliflower.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm as a side dish or a light meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(510.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	404.9

Total Fat 29.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 695.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 31.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.8g	0%
Total Sugars 9.7g
Protein 10.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 146.6mg	0%
Iron 3.9mg	0%
Potassium 1602.2mg	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: 61.6%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 28.8%