Looking for a quick, showstopping side dish that turns a simple veggie into pure comfort food? This Baked Cheesy Cauliflower hits all the right notes: tender on the inside, beautifully spiced on the outside, and crowned with a golden, bubbly layer of crispy Parmesan cheese.

Whether you’re looking for a low-carb treat, a crowd-pleasing side for dinner, or just a new way to enjoy cauliflower, this recipe comes together in under 30 minutes with minimal effort.

🛒 Ingredients 

🫒 Olive oil spray

🌱 1 large head of cauliflower

🧀 1 cup Parmesan cheese

🧄 Garlic powder

🌶️ Paprika powder

🧂 Salt

🖤 Black pepper

✨ Steps

1️⃣ Preheat the oven to 220°C.

2️⃣ Line a large baking tray with baking paper and spray with olive oil.

3️⃣ Wash the cauliflower and slice it into 1-inch-thick slices. Any florets that fall off can be baked too!

4️⃣ Pat the cauliflower dry with paper towels. Arrange the slices on the tray, spray the tops with olive oil, then sprinkle generously with garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper.

5️⃣ Bake for 15 minutes.

6️⃣ Remove from the oven and sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the cauliflower. Bake for another 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly and golden.

7️⃣ Serve immediately and enjoy! 🧀✨