Roasted Cauliflower Leaves
Wondering what to do with cauliflower leaves? Instead of throwing them out, whip up a batch of roasted cauliflower leaves to accompany your meal! This nutritious side dish is packed with flavor, and a great way to save money and avoid kitchen waste.
Servings: 2
Calories: 54kcal
Ingredients
- 12 cauliflower leaves
- ½ tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon dill seeds
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika mild or hot
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon dry oregano
- freshly ground salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. While the oven is preheating, thoroughly rinse the cauliflower leaves to remove any dirt. Dry them with a paper towel and prep the leaves by splitting any large stems in half with a knife.
- Place the cauliflower leaves in a bowl and add the olive oil. Gently toss or stir with a wooden spoon to coat the leaves. (This process allows for minimal oil to be used and prevents the leaves from ending up greasy.)
- Arrange the prepared leaves on a baking sheet and sprinkle evenly with spices, topping them off with freshly ground salt and pepper.
- Place the baking sheet in your pre-heated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, until the leaves are crispy and the stems are soft enough to easily spear with a fork. Serve immediately.
Notes
1. Storage and reheating instructions: This dish is best right out of the oven, so try to make only as much as you'll be eating and store any remaining leaves, unwashed and uncooked, inside an airtight zip-top bag or container up to 3 weeks. If you do have leftovers, place them in an airtight container in the fridge and reheat them on a baking sheet in the oven at 400˚F until they crisp up. (Do not reheat in the microwave.)
2. Getting extra cauliflower leaves at no cost: Ask your grocery store if you can take some of the extra leaves removed by other customers when you're buying cauliflower.
3. Helpful tips:
- Don't skip the prep: Cutting the thicker stems in half with a knife will help them cook faster and ensure that the leafy part doesn't burn before the stems have a chance to soften.
- Experiment with different flavors: Try adding different spices and herbs to see which you like best.
- Try serving with dip: These cauliflower can be served on their own with dip as a healthy snack.
Nutrition
Calories: 54kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 22mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 128IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 1mg