Sweet and Spicy Baked Cauliflower

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This sweet and spicy baked cauliflower dish has the perfect balance between sweet and heat, and is a great side dish for an Asian-inspired meal. It also pairs nicely with grilled pork, chicken, or beef.

white square plate and chopsticks with cauliflower florets dressed with sauce and sprinkled with green onions
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 large (about 2 pounds) cauliflower, cut into small florets

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

  • 2/3 cups sweet chili sauce

  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce

  • 1 teaspoon chile garlic sauce, such as Sriracha®

  • 1 green onion, sliced

  • 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C), and set a rack in the upper third of the oven. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Place cauliflower florets in a large bowl. Top with olive oil, salt, and pepper; toss to coat. Arrange cauliflower on the prepared baking sheet in a single even layer.

  3. Bake in the preheated oven on the upper rack until tender, about 30 minutes.

  4. Meanwhile, bring sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and Sriracha to a boil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low and cook for 5 minutes.

  5. Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Drizzle sauce on top and gently stir to coat.

  6. Divide cauliflower between serving plates and top with green onion slices. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

140 Calories
5g Fat
22g Carbs
3g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 140
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g 7%
Saturated Fat 1g 4%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 200mg 9%
Total Carbohydrate 22g 8%
Dietary Fiber 4g 13%
Total Sugars 18g
Protein 3g 6%
Vitamin C 69mg 77%
Calcium 28mg 2%
Iron 1mg 3%
Potassium 240mg 5%

* 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.