Ingredients:
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 tbsp olive oil (or melted butter)
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (or homemade ranch seasoning if preferred)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (optional, for extra flavor)
- 1/4 tsp onion powder (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the Cauliflower:
- Cut the cauliflower into small florets, ensuring they’re about the same size for even roasting.
- Season the Cauliflower:
- In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil (or melted butter), ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Make sure all the cauliflower pieces are well coated in the seasoning mixture.
- Roast the Cauliflower:
- Spread the seasoned cauliflower in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Roast in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender and starting to brown at the edges. Halfway through, you can stir the cauliflower to ensure even roasting.
- Add Cheddar Cheese:
- After roasting, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the cauliflower. Return the baking sheet to the oven and roast for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve:
- Once done, remove the cauliflower from the oven. If desired, garnish with chopped fresh parsley for added color and freshness.
- Serve immediately as a side dish or snack!
Tips:
- For extra crispiness: If you like your cauliflower extra crispy, you can broil it for the last 2-3 minutes after adding the cheese.
- Customize the seasoning: Feel free to adjust the ranch seasoning to your taste or add some cayenne pepper for a bit of heat.
- Make it creamy: If you prefer a creamier version, you can add a dollop of sour cream or a drizzle of ranch dressing on top after roasting.
Enjoy your Cheddar Ranch Roasted Cauliflower – it’s savory, cheesy, and has that perfect ranch flavor that’s sure to be a hit!
