Mediterranean Roasted Cauliflower with Olives

Mediterranean Roasted Cauliflower with Olives

This cauliflower medley is a great way to perk up your menu. It can be served warm as a side dish, or at room temperature and tossed with romaine lettuce as a salad. Warming the herbs and garlic in the oil prior to tossing with the veggies helps their flavor bloom. When ready to serve, drizzle on as much or as little balsamic vinegar as you like.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Yield:
4 servings
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh minced garlic
  • ½ teaspoon dried Italian herb seasoning
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups cauliflower, cut into 1-inch florets
  • 1 cup red onions, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 large red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1-inch squares
  • 2 ounces sliced black olives
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, or to taste

Directions

Step 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a 12×18-inch baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.

Step 2
Combine olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and freshly ground pepper in a small, microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on High for 20 to 30 seconds. Watch carefully, and remove from the microwave when the oil bubbles. Set aside.

Step 3
Combine cauliflower florets, red onion, and red bell pepper in a large bowl. Pour in the olive oil mixture and stir until all the vegetables are coated. Spread out vegetables on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.

Step 4
Roast in the preheated oven until vegetables reach the desired doneness, 20 to 25 minutes. Broil if you like additional color, carefully watching that the vegetables do not burn, 1 to 2 minutes.

Step 5
Sprinkle sliced olives over the vegetables and drizzle with balsamic vinegar. Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve warm.

Cook’s Note:

This may also be served as a salad, with the vegetables at room temperature, tossed with chopped romaine lettuce.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

123
Calories
9g
Fat
11g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 123
% Daily Value *
Total Fat9g 11%
Saturated Fat1g 6%
Sodium142mg 6%
Total Carbohydrate11g 4%
Dietary Fiber3g 12%
Total Sugars5g
Protein2g
Vitamin C80mg 402%
Calcium43mg 3%
Iron1mg 6%
Potassium314mg 7%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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