Description
This Maple Sriracha Roasted Cauliflower brings the perfect balance of sweet and spicy to your table. Tender cauliflower florets are roasted to crispy perfection in a glaze made from maple syrup and Sriracha, with a hint of garlic and onion. It’s a bold, flavorful side dish that will steal the show—simple to prepare, vegan, and totally irresistible!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1–2 tbsp Sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
- Lemon wedges (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, maple syrup, Sriracha, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add the cauliflower florets to the bowl and toss until evenly coated with the sauce.
- Spread the cauliflower in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the cauliflower is tender and caramelized.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with parsley if desired.
- Serve warm with lemon wedges on the side for an extra zing.
Notes
- Adjust the heat by using more or less Sriracha to suit your spice tolerance.
- For a twist, try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or swap in your favorite hot sauce!
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American, Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
