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Roasted Curried Cauliflower (Whole30, Keto, Air Fryer)

Roasted Curried Cauiflower is the best vegetable side dish! The curry gives it a nice smokiness and the lime gives it a nice kick!  
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: cauliflower, gluten-free, keto, low carb, paleo, Primal, Vegetarian, Whole30
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Michelle Tam

Ingredients

  • 1 large cauliflower head cut into uniform florets
  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil melted coconut oil, extra virgin olive oil, or ghee
  • 3 tablespoons Madras curry powder or your favorite kind of curry powder
  • Diamond Crystal kosher salt 
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
  • ¼ cup minced cilantro leaves optional

Instructions

Oven instructions

  • Heat the oven to 450°F with the rack in the lower middle position in the oven. In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with the avocado oil and curry powder. Add a healthy pinch of salt and some freshly cracked black pepper.
  • Arrange the seasoned florets in a single layer on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet, cover it tightly with foil, and roast in the oven for 15 minutes. 
  • Remove the foil and roast the cauliflower for 20 more minutes, flipping the florets halfway through. The cauliflower’s done when it’s tender on the inside and nicely browned on the outside.
  • Transfer the roasted cauliflower to a serving platter, and season with lime juice. Trust me: the tangy zing will add brightness and balance to the rich and spicy cauliflower. If desired, sprinkle a handful of minced cilantro on top, and serve.

Air Fryer Instructions

  • Heat air fyer to 400°F. In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with the avocado oil and curry powder. Add a healthy pinch of salt and some freshly cracked black pepper.
  • Air fry the cauliflower for 15 to 20 minutes, tossing the florets every 5 minutes or so. The florets are ready when the outside is brown and crispy and the center is tender.  Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to divide the florets into two batches.
  • Transfer the roasted cauliflower to a serving platter, and season with lime juice. If desired, sprinkle a handful of minced cilantro on top, and serve.

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Nutrition

Calories: 131kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Fiber: 3g