Italian Roasted Cauliflower
Italian Roasted Cauliflower pairs tender florets with sweet red bell pepper and red onion, all lifted by a tangy mix of balsamic and white wine vinegars. Fresh dill adds an herbaceous pop while roasting concentrates the vegetables’ natural sweetness. Serve it warm as a vibrant side for dinner or alongside grilled meats and fish.
- Prep25 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Italian Roasted Cauliflower, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 42 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 2 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 59
- Heart Health
- 61
- Metabolic
- 16
- Digestive
- 28
- Inflammatory
- 25
- Performance
- 44
- General Wellness
- 1
Place the cauliflower, bell pepper, onion, dill, balsamic vinegar, white wine vinegar, and olive oil in a large resealable bag; shake to coat everything evenly.
- 2
Marinate in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours, turning the bag occasionally.
- 3
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- 4
Open the bag and season with salt and pepper; reseal and shake again to coat.
- 5
Pour the contents into a 9x13 glass baking dish.
- 6
Bake in the preheated oven, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 30 minutes.
- Calories 59.23 kcal Low Source 3%
- Protein 1.07 g Low Source 2%
- Carbohydrate 8.37 g 3%
- Total Fat 2.46 g Low Source 3%
- Saturated Fat 0.32 g Low Source 2%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 13.79 mg Low Source 1%
- Dietary Fiber 1.08 g Low Source 4%
- Total Sugars 3.73 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 12.26 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 0.23 mg Low Source 1%
- Potassium 131.71 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin A 15.37 mcg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin C 48.04 mg Good Source 53%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Sulfites
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Italian Roasted Cauliflower is an Italian side dish recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 55 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinegar, Cauliflower Florets, Fresh Dill, and Olive Oil. Each serving provides about 59.23 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Italian Roasted Cauliflower?
- It is an Italian recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for side dish.
- What is Italian Roasted Cauliflower made of?
- The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Cauliflower Florets, Fresh Dill, Olive Oil, Red Bell Pepper. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Italian Roasted Cauliflower?
- About 55 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 59.23 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Italian Roasted Cauliflower easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Italian Roasted Cauliflower healthy?
- Italian Roasted Cauliflower has an easyChef Pro health score of 44/100. Per serving, it provides 59.23 calories and 1.07 g of protein, or 2% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. It contains Sulfites, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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