Parmesan Roasted Keto Cauliflower - The Best Keto Recipes (2024)

By Annie Published in 30-Minute Recipes

Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower is perfectly seasoned and roasted until crisp and full of flavor! Each serving has about 3 net carbs, making it an excellent keto cauliflower side dish!

Cauliflower can sometimes get a bad rep. I understand, it isn’t one of my favorite vegetables either.

However, I’ve learned that when prepared properly it is absolutely delicious! This baked parmesan cauliflower is quick, easy and very versatile, making it the perfect keto side dish for family mealtimes. With only 4 ingredients, you can’t go wrong!

Ingredients for Keto Roasted Cauliflower

You will find the exact recipe below, but this is a quick overview of the ingredients you will need to make this keto cauliflowerrecipe:

• Cauliflower
• Olive oil
• Ranch seasoning
• Parmesan

Is Cauliflower Keto?

Cauliflower is great for keto. It’s super satisfying and filling, yet naturally low in carbs (around 5g of carbs per 100g serving). In fact, this is why you’ll often see cauliflower used as a keto substitute in recipes like cauliflower rice and cauliflower mash.

This special vegetable is also rich in a range of great vitamins and minerals, including potassium, calcium, folate and vitamin C. Cauliflower is full of fiber, too, making it an excellent choice for digestive health.

How to Make Keto Roasted Cauliflower

Making ketoroasted cauliflower with cheese couldn’t be simpler! Here are the basic steps to making this keto cauliflower side dish:

1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
2. Remove the stems from the cauliflower and slice so you have as many flat edges as possible.
3. Add the cauliflower to a mixing bowl and toss with the olive oil and ranch seasoning.
4. Line a baking sheet with parchement paper and place the cauliflower in a single layer.
5. Roast 15 minutes.
6. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with parmesan, toss cauliflower and turning to coat.
7. Roast an additional 10-15 minutes, or until it reaches your desired crispness.

How Many Carbs Are in This Recipe?

This recipe contains 5.4 grams of carbs and 2.1 grams of fibre, meaning it weighs in at under 4 net carbs in total per serving! Pair with a low-carb protein like some of the recipes I suggested below and you have a well rounded, low carb meal!

What to Serve with Roasted Cauliflower

The great thing about baked parmesan cauliflower is that it can accompany pretty much anything with ease! Here are a few great recipes you could serve up with this cauliflower side dish:

• Easy Blackened Chicken
• Cajun Pork Chops with Fried Cabbage
• Spinach Artichoke-Stuffed Chicken
• Pizza Zucchini Boats
• Pork Chops in Cream Sauce

Can This Recipe Be Prepped in Advance?

Once roasted, the parmesan cauliflower is best eaten right away. However, you can pre-slice the cauliflower florets ahead of time, if desired.

Tips for the Best Roasted Cauliflower

Although roasting cauliflower is pretty simple, there are definitely a few tips and tricks that will make it just that bit more extra special.

• I find that slicing the cauliflower into flat sections makes for a better roast keto cauliflower than simply breaking it up into florets. This way, the flat sides get super crispy as they cook – texture is key!
• Always be sure to line your pan with parchment paper to avoid sticking.
• Give the cauliflower a good head start in the oven before adding in the parmesan, otherwise the cheese will burn (do this only in the last 10 minutes or so).

More Low-Carb Vegetable Side Dishes:

Who says keto side dishes need to be boring? Cook up some of these tasty and nutritious vegetable side dishes to add a bit of excitement to your next meal!

• Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli
• Garlic Butter Green Beans
• Crispy Zucchini Fries

More Keto Cauliflower Recipes:

• Keto Shrimp and Grits: read the reviews, it will tell you everything you need to know!
• Loaded Cauliflower Casserole: tastes very similar to a loaded baked potato!
• Garlic Butter Mashed Cauliflower: a great sub for mashed potatoes.