Looking for a bold and flavorful twist on your roasted cauliflower? This harissa easy roasted cauliflower brings the perfect balance of heat and spices, transforming a simple side dish into a standout centerpiece for any meal.
You are going to love this cauliflower side dish! It's such a quick and easy side dish but it packs so much flavor. It pairs well with so many main dishes like blackened salmon, citrus honey halibut, or bison sloppy joes.
Not only is this a great side dish for weeknight meals, since it's gluten free, dairy free, Paleo, and Whole30 friendly, it's perfect if you have dinner guests with special dietary needs.
This is one of those side dishes that I became obsessed with when we started to clean up our eating habits. I was certain that my husband wasn't going to like it but it turns out he loved it! So now it's become a go-to side dish in our house.
Let's dive into making this tasty side dish!
Ingredients
Substitutions
Cauliflower- I love using precut cauliflower florets but you can use a whole cauliflower head and cut it into steaks or florets.
Harissa- I usually use Mina brand in mild but you can use the spicy version or your favorite brand.
Step by step
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Add the cauliflower florets to a parchment or foil lined sheet pan.
- Drizzle the tops with avocado oil or olive oil, spoon the harissa evenly over the cauliflower, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Using your hands or tongs, mix the cauliflower making sure they all get coated in the sauce.
- Bake at 450 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes or until crispy.
Tips
If you like your cauliflower extra crispy, the last few minutes of cooking switch the oven to broil and let the cauliflower crisp up. Be sure to keep an eye on it so they don't burn.
What is harissa?
Harissa is a chili, garlicky, smoky sauce or paste that originated in Tunisia. It's a staple in Middle Eastern and North African cooking. It is usually made from chilis, garlic, oil, spices like cumin, coriander, and lemon juice or vinegar.
Storing and reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
You can reheat your leftover cauliflower in the microwave or in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes or until warm.
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Recipe
Harissa Roasted Cauliflower
Ingredients
- 2-3 bags cauliflower pre cut or 1 head of cauliflower cut into florets or steaks
- 3 tablespoons Harissa
- drizzle avocado oil
- salt
- pepper
EQUIPMENT NEEDED
- large sheet pan
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Add the cauliflower florets to a parchment or foil lined sheet pan.
- Drizzle the tops with avocado oil or olive oil, spoon the harissa evenly over the cauliflower, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Using your hands or tongs, mix the cauliflower making sure they all get coated in the sauce.
- Bake at 450 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes or until crispy.
Notes
Nutrition
*nutrition information is an approximate
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Hi, I'm Kaleena!
I'm a 30-something wife and dog mom who shares mostly gluten-free, dairy-free, Whole30, and Paleo-friendly recipes. Since doing my first Whole30 in 2017, I have completely changed my way of cooking. I love to create recipes made from real, flavorful ingredients that the whole family will love!
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