Roasted Cauliflower with Kalamata Vinaigrette

A Mediterranean-inspired dish featuring tender roasted cauliflower slices drizzled with a tangy Kalamata olive and lemon vinaigrette. This elegant side dish combines the sweetness of roasted cauliflower with the briny depth of olives.

4 servings
40 min

Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ cup Kalamata olives

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Preheat oven to 450°F with rack in lower third.

    5 min

  2. 2.

    Cut cauliflower lengthwise into 3/4-inch-thick slices. Put in a large 4-sided sheet pan and toss with 2 tablespoon oil and 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper. Roast, turning once or twice, until golden and just tender, about 25 minutes.

    25 min

  3. 3.

    While cauliflower roasts, mince and mash garlic to a paste with a pinch of salt, then whisk together with lemon juice, remaining 2 tablespoons oil, olives, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Serve cauliflower drizzled with Kalamata vinaigrette.

    10 min

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