This Curry Roasted Cauliflower is a super easy side dish to add to your weekly dinner routine.  It’s ready in just 30 minutes and the curry adds that flavorful boost that makes you want to eat all your vegetables!

sheet pan of roasted curry cauliflower

I originally shared this recipe on November 9, 2011. I have updated the images and some of the text today.

Why We Love This Recipe For Curry Roasted Cauliflower

Cauliflower is great because it’s kind of like a blank canvas and takes really well to many different flavor combinations. And curry is like a super-spice because it’s a mix of cumin, coriander, turmeric, pepper, mustard, ginger, clove, cardamom, bay leaf and fenugreek. It’s a little earthy and a little sweet and a lot yummy! So of course, curry and cauliflower are a match made in heaven!

The curry powder gets in all of the nooks and crannies of the cauliflower and turns it a beautiful yellow and the flavors really deepen and develop as it roasts. Look at all those gorgeous brown bits. That’s flavor baby!

Then because I can never let things just be good enough I finished it off with a flourish of lemon juice and cilantro. The brightness from the juice and the freshness of the cilantro works so well with the earthy caramelized cauliflower. Seriously, this is soooooo good! Like eat it straight off the baking sheet good!

Reasons To Love Making Roasted Cauliflower

  • It’s Healthy and low in calories! You only need just enough healthy extra virgin olive oil to lightly coat the cauliflower which is quite nutrient-dense, despite its pale appearance.
  • It’s gluten-free, vegan and Whole30 approved!
  • It’s yummy! I can throw almost any vegetable into my oven on high heat and my family will devour them. Cauliflower is no exception!
  • It’s Easy! You don’t need a culinary degree to roast vegetables. It’s one of the easiest things to do and requires less than a hand full of ingredients.
  • It’s Fast! You can roast most veggies in about 30 minutes.
  • Roasting veggies is a great way to get creative! Add just a dash of your favorite spice, a sprinkle of fresh herbs or a squirt of citrus juice you can amp up those roasted veggies even more. Feel free to get creative!
  • One Pan! Clean up is a breeze because all you have to deal with is one pan.

Want more ideas for cauliflower? Don’t miss this Air Fryer Cauliflower, Our collection of Cauliflower Recipes and the Ultimate Guide to Cauliflower!

Ingredients For This Recipe

the cauliflower and other ingredients on a white table with text overlay
  • 1 head of cauliflower, about 2 pounds
  • 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 ½ teaspoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro, or to taste

Step-By-Step Instructions To Make This Curry Cauliflower Recipe

preheating the oven and prepping the cauliflower

Step 1: Preheat

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

Step 2: Cut Cauliflower

Remove outer leaves from the cauliflower. Cut it in half and cut out and discard the core. Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized pieces.

seasoning the cauliflower

Step 3: Season Cauliflower

Toss the cauliflower in a large bowl with the olive oil to coat. Sprinkle on curry powder and salt and toss to coat.

Step 4: Spread on Baking Sheet

Spread out in an even layer on a large rimmed baking sheet and transfer to the oven.

stirring the cauliflower with a spatula

Step 5: Roast and Serve

Roast the cauliflower until the bottom is beginning to brown, about 10 minutes. Turn over and continue roasting until tender, 5 to 7 minutes more. Return to the bowl and toss with lemon juice and cilantro.

curry cauliflower in a white bowl with cilantro sprigs

Frequently Asked Questions & Tips for Making Roasted Cauliflower

Is this recipe gluten-free and/or vegan?

Yes! This recipe is both gluten-free and vegan.

Do I have to wash cauliflower before roasting?

Most cauliflower is pre-washed and comes wrapped in plastic to keep it clean (and prevent the leaves and florets from wilting.) It doesn’t need to be washed unless it is visibly soiled. If purchased unwrapped it should be washed and then dried before continuing with this recipe as water will prevent the cauliflower from browning.

Why is my roasted cauliflower mushy?

The cauliflower is likely overcooked. It may have softened too much before it had a chance to brown. To prevent that, make sure that your oven is hot, and the pan is not overcrowded. You want hot air to circulate around the pan and cauliflower easily so that it will brown before it softens too much.

What do you eat with roasted cauliflower?

Roasted cauliflower is great served with crispy baked chicken, lentils and sauteed kale. We also add it to power salads with tempeh and add it to buddha bowls.

How do I reheat my roasted cauliflower?

The easiest way to reheat roasted cauliflower is to place it in a microwave-safe bowl, cover with parchment and then microwave it on high for 1 to 2 minutes until it is steaming hot.
It can be reheated in the oven, but this will cause the cauliflower to soften more. To reheat it in the oven, place the cauliflower in a small oven-proof casserole dish. Cover with foil and bake at 350 degrees, stirring once or twice, until the cauliflower is steaming hot, about 20 minutes.

More Roasted Vegetable Recipes

I love roasting my veggies! As you can probably tell by all of the yummy roasted vegetable recipes I’ve shared with you over the years. Like Roasted Broccoli with Asiago, Garlic and Almonds , Roasted Asparagus and Roasted Beets,  just to name a few. Here are some more of my all-time favorite roasted veggies:

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Happy Cooking! ~Katie

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sheet pan of roasted curry cauliflower

Curry Roasted Cauliflower Recipe

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  • Author: Katie Webster
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
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Description

This Curry Roasted Cauliflower is an easy 30 minute side dish to add to your weeknight dinner menu.  The peppy kick from curry powder adds a flavorful boost that makes you want to eat all your vegetables!

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 head of cauliflower, about 2 pounds
  • 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 ½ teaspoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro, or to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  2. Remove outer leaves from the cauliflower. Cut it in half and cut out and discard the core. Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Toss the cauliflower in a large bowl with the olive oil to coat. Sprinkle on curry powder and salt and toss to coat.
  4. Spread out in an even layer on a large rimmed baking sheet and transfer to the oven.
  5. Roast the cauliflower until the bottom is beginning to brown, about 10 minutes. Turn over and continue roasting until tender, 5 to 7 minutes more. Return to the bowl and toss with lemon juice and cilantro.

Notes

Reheating Leftovers

The easiest way to reheat roasted cauliflower is to place it in a microwave-safe bowl, cover with parchment and then microwave it on high for 1 to 2 minutes until it is steaming hot.
It can be reheated in the oven, but this will cause the cauliflower to soften more. To reheat it in the oven, place the cauliflower in a small oven-proof casserole dish. Cover with foil and bake at 350 degrees, stirring once or twice, until the cauliflower is steaming hot, about 20 minutes.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: side dish
  • Method: roasting
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 110
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 627 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Carbohydrates: 8 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 3 g

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