Cauliflower dredged in Panko bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese and roasted until nutty brown transforms this bland vegetable into something irresistible that no one can turn down.
Looking for ways to get your picky eater to try new vegetables?
Roasted cauliflower with Panko and Parmesan might be the answer. Cauliflower takes on a whole new flavor when roasted rather than boiled.
Boiled cauliflower is boring and tasteless! Save boiling for cauliflower soup.
But if you toss it in Panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese, and roast those florets until they are caramelized a golden brown, the flavor is fantastic!
Perfect for a dinner side dish, or roast up a head of cauliflower for game day! Your guests will have no idea that they are enjoying an appetizer that is low carb, oil free and healthy.
No guilt! Eat up and enjoy.
What does roasted cauliflower taste like?
The taste is nutty yet crunchy with a mild flavor no kid can turn down. A little barbecue seasoning added in will definitely kick things up a notch.
No need for salt.
Eat it hot out of the oven or enjoy it with a side of ranch dressing.
To get the breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese to really coat the cauliflower, I toss the florets in an egg wash first. That way I know the coating will stay on while roasting.
This recipe couldn’t be any simpler to make. It requires ingredients you already have in your refrigerator and pantry.
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Roasted Cauliflower with Panko and Parmesan
Ingredients
- 1 medium cauliflower
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon of my Basic Barbecue Rub
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Rinse the cauliflower and cut or break into 1 1/2 inch florets.
- Mix the Panko, Parmesan and barbecue rub in a bowl. Dip the florets into the egg and then into the breading mixture. Place the florets on a cookie sheet. Roast for 30 -40 minutes or until the florets are golden brown.
Notes
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For everyday living, I like to prepare dishes that take little time, where the ingredients are easy to find at the local grocer and above all, taste good.
Love the use of panko crumbs on the cauliflower! The texture and flavor sounds so good!
Thanks Krista….the parmesan adds just enough saltiness to the crunch of the panko. And easy to whip up. 🙂
I love how simple this is and perfect for anytime! I can see myself eating a whole batch for lunch – I love cauliflower!
I did that too….easy to eat the whole plate. Especially when it is so tasty 🙂
I love this idea! A perfect way to help cut back on carbs. And delicious, too!
Yes low carbs and taste great. They are great for game day for those who want to indulge with little guilt.
I just love the flexibility of cauliflower. Your roasted version with Panko and Parmesan is another great example for a delicious meal where this healthy cruciferous vegetable is transformed into a culinary delight. YUM!
Thanks Gabi…it’s definitely easier to eat your veggies when they taste great.
I’ll have to make a batch of this cauliflower for my kids. Put it with Ranch dressing and they’ll eat just about anything! And I’m always looking for ways to get more veggies in their diets.
Ranch makes everything taste better. This is the best version for eating your veggies. Thanks Jill.