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Irresistible Roasted Cauliflower with Crunchy Pumpkin Seeds

Crispy golden roasted cauliflower florets tossed with spiced crunchy pumpkin seeds (pepitas), smoked paprika, garlic, and fresh herbs. An easy vegan side dish!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

Roasted Cauliflower & Pepitas Base
  • 1 large head fresh cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
  • 1/2 cup raw shelled pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked Spanish paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 3/4 tsp flaky sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Garnish & Finishing
  • 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (or lemon zest)
  • 2 tbsp tahini or crumbled feta cheese (optional garnish)

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Wash and thoroughly dry cauliflower florets with paper towels (moisture prevents proper browning). Cut into uniform bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, sea salt, and black pepper.
  4. Add cauliflower florets and raw pumpkin seeds to the bowl. Toss thoroughly until every floret and seed is evenly coated in spiced oil.
  5. Spread cauliflower and pumpkin seeds in a single, uncrowded layer across the prepared baking sheet with flat sides down on the pan.
  6. Roast for 22-25 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until cauliflower is deeply golden browned with crispy edges and pumpkin seeds are fragrant and popped. Squeeze fresh lemon juice and scatter chopped parsley over top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 7gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2.8gSodium: 390mgPotassium: 560mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 72mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 2.4mg

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