Garlic Butter Cauliflower
Garlic Butter Cauliflower is a delightful low-carb dish that combines the rich flavors of garlic and butter with tender roasted cauliflower, making for a satisfying and healthy meal. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for a cozy dinner or a flavorful side dish.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Chinese
210 kcal
Ingredients
- Cauliflower - 1 medium head (about 600g)
- Unsalted butter - 50g
- Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
- Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
- Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
- Green onions - 2, sliced
- Salt - to taste
- Black pepper - to taste
- Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon (optional)
Steps
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Wash and cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
- In a mixing bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with the garlic butter mixture until evenly coated.
- Spread the coated cauliflower onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper in a single layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cauliflower is golden brown and tender, stirring halfway through for even cooking.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with sliced green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 210
- Protein: 4 g
- Carbs: 10 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 470 mg
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
- Total Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Water: 0.2 L
Health Benefits
- Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
- Rich in vitamins C and K, promoting immune health and bone health.
Tags
ChineseLow CarbBaked Dish