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Vegan Lemon Pepper Glazed Cauliflower

Vegan Lemon Pepper Glazed Cauliflower: Zesty Crunch Awaits

Experience the flavorful transformation of cauliflower with our Vegan Lemon Pepper Glazed Cauliflower, a zesty, crowd-pleasing dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cauliflower
  • 1 head Cauliflower Florets Cut into even pieces
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Sea salt or kosher salt preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Or fresh minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch For crunch, can substitute with arrowroot powder
For the Zesty Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest From fresh lemons
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Agave syrup can be used as an alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Can substitute with tamari for gluten-free
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked preferred

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Small saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cut the cauliflower into evenly sized florets (1.5 to 2 inches) and toss with olive oil, salt, garlic powder, and cornstarch.
  3. Spread the coated cauliflower on the baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway.
  4. In a small saucepan, combine lemon juice, lemon zest, maple syrup, soy sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper. Heat until simmering.
  5. Mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with a tablespoon of water, then stir into the simmering sauce to thicken.
  6. Once the cauliflower is crispy, pour the glaze over and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and avoid overcrowding the baking sheet during roasting.

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