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Roasted Cauliflower Pasta

Short on time but craving something delicious? This Roasted Cauliflower Pasta is the perfect weeknight meal - it's ready in under 30 minutes!
Course Dinner, Lunch, Pasta
Keyword basil, cauliflower, lemon, lemons, paprika, parmesan, parsley, scallions, smoked paprika
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 464kcal

Ingredients

Roasted Cauliflower

  • 1 Lb Cauliflower cut into small pieces
  • 2 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 Tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 Tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1/2 Tsp Salt or more, to taste
  • Black Pepper to taste
  • Red Pepper Flakes to taste

Dressing

  • 1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 Tsp Dijon Mustard
  • Juice from 1/2 Lemon
  • 1/2 Tsp Paprika
  • 1/2 Tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 Tsp Dried Parsley
  • 1 Tsp Dried Basil

The Rest of the Pasta

  • 1 Lb Farfalle or medium-sized pasta of choice
  • 1/2 Cup Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 4 Scallions just the green parts
  • 1/2 Cup Freshly-Grated Parmesan

Instructions

  • To start, preheat your oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Cut the cauliflower into small, bite-sized florets. Toss with the oil, salt, and spices. On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, bake cauliflower for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are browned, checking near the end to prevent burning.
  • While the cauliflower is cooking, prep the rest of the dish. Cook your pasta according to the directions on its box. When done, drain the water then pour the pasta into a large bowl.
  • To make the dressing, add all dressing ingredients into a small bowl and whisk until evenly mixed. Taste, and adjust seasonings as desired.
  • Prep the parsley by chopping it, and thinly slice only the green parts of 4 scallions. (Save the white parts of the scallions for another dish!)
  • Add the dressing, parsley, and scallions to the large bowl with the pasta, and mix well. When the cauliflower is done, add that to the bowl also and mix.
  • Add about 1/2 cup freshly-grated parmesan and mix. Alternatively, you can omit the cheese, or add a different cheese that you like (such as feta).
  • Enjoy!

Notes

  • Feel free to add other fresh herbs to this pasta as well, such as fresh basil or thyme.
  • Omit the parmesan to make this recipe vegan!
  • Also feel free to add in other mix-ins that you like, such as olive, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, feta, chickpeas, etc.
  • This pasta will keep in the fridge for about 3-4 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 464kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 378mg | Potassium: 487mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 734IU | Vitamin C: 49mg | Calcium: 151mg | Iron: 2mg
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