Roasted Cauliflower with Garlic and Marinara
Roasted Cauliflower with Garlic and Marinara is a simple yet flavorful dish. Packs a nice tangy and slightly sweet flavor that complements the roasted cauliflower perfectly. This dish is easy to make, healthy, and a great side dish for any meal.
Approved for Ideal Protein phases 1 to 3.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp. Extra-virgin Olive Oil
- 2 Heads of Cauliflower Trimmed
- Coarse Salt – To Taste
- Freshly Ground Black Pepper – To Taste
- 1/2 tsp. Whole Oregano
- 1/2 tsp. Crushed Red Pepper
- 2 tbsp. Water
- 4 Cloves of Garlic – Minced
- 1 1/2 Cups of Approved Marinara Sauce
- 1/2 Cup of Mix of Feta, Asiago and Mozzarella cheeses
- 12 Fresh Basil Leaves – torn
Preparation
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F.
Step 2
Add 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil. When the surface shimmers, add the trimmed and broken bite-size cauliflower. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 3
Add oregano oil, red pepper, minced garlic, and toss, then let sit a minute or two to brown. Reduce heat if florets burn. When cauliflower is golden on one side, toss until evenly golden.
Step 4
Add 2 tablespoons of water, and cover. Cook until florets soften.
Step 5
Then Reduce heat and add marinara sauce, the mix of feta, asiago, and mozzarella cheese to taste, and cover until the cheeses melt. (maintenance only).
Step 6
Serve the roasted cauliflower with the torn basil leaves over the top.
Step 7
Enjoy!
