Grilled Cauliflower: Easy Florets
Turn ordinary cauliflower into a standout side with spices and smoky char from the grill. Using a grill basket makes this recipe a snap. Change up the spices on the grilled cauliflower to suit your menu.
Servings (change as needed): 4
Ingredients
- 1 medium or large cauliflower add extra seasoning if using a large caulilfower
- 4 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
Seasonings, Note 2
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon each, salt and black pepper (or more to taste)
Garnish
- squeeze of lemon, 1-2 chopped green onions
Instructions
- HEAT GRILL to medium high heat. Spray a grill basket with oil, Note 1.
- PREPARE CAULIFLOWER: Remove outer leaves of cauliflower, cut out core, then cut cauliflower into florets. The smaller the pieces, the faster they will cook. In a large mixing bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, salt and pepper. Add florets and toss to coat evenly. If the cauliflower seems a little dry, add a touch more oil. Place seasoned cauliflower in grill basket.
- GRILL CAULIFLOWER: Grill for 10-15 minutes in total, depending on how soft you like your cauliflower and how large the florets are. Stir occasionally.
- SERVE: Transfer to serving dish. Squeeze lemon juice (about 1/4 lemon) over cauliflower and sprinkle over chopped green onions and parsley if desired. Or drizzle with an optional topping, Note 3.
Notes
- Grill basket alternatives: 3 options -
- Poke holes in the bottom of a tin foil tray (purchased or shaped from tin foil). Make sure you spray it with oil.
- Use a simple cooling rack placed upside down on the grill. Great grill basket hack!
- Slice cauliflower into thick steaks or wedges and grill them directly on the grill.
- Variations for seasonings: If you don't like one if the spices, leave it out and replace it with something you like. You can also try other blends such as curry, taco seasoning, cajun, Italian seasoning, herbes de provence, or fajita seasonings.
- Optional toppings: Step it up with a drizzle of basil pesto, red pepper sauce, ranch dressing, tzatziki or 5-minute herb sauce. You can also garnish with fresh herbs.
- Make Ahead: Make the full dish a few hours ahead and warm in microwave for a minute or serve at room temperature. It holds up well, making it a good potluck dish. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
Serving: 0g | Calories: 164kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 190mg | Potassium: 450mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 128IU | Vitamin C: 69mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg