Description
This Maple Sriracha Roasted Cauliflower is a quick and flavorful side dish made with simple pantry staples. It’s sweet, spicy, perfectly roasted, and ideal for vegan or gluten-free meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1–2 tbsp sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro or green onions, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, maple syrup, sriracha, soy sauce, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add cauliflower florets and toss to coat evenly.
- Spread florets on the baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
- Remove from oven and garnish with cilantro or green onions before serving.
Notes
- Use tamari to make it gluten-free.
- For a glossy finish, add sauce after roasting.
- Reheat leftovers in oven or air fryer for best texture.
- Add sesame seeds for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg