Description
Vegan Lemon Pepper Glazed Cauliflower is a delightful dish that combines crispy roasted cauliflower florets with a zesty and tangy lemon glaze. This vegan, gluten-free recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether served as an appetizer at a gathering or as a savory side dish for your favorite meals. With its vibrant flavors from fresh lemon juice, garlic, and black pepper, this dish is sure to impress everyone at the table. Easy to prepare and customizable with garnishes like green onions or chili flakes, it offers a healthy and delicious way to enjoy vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or agave)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari)
- Freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water (to thicken)
- Optional: pinch of turmeric for color
- Chopped green onions
- Extra lemon zest
- Sesame seeds or chili flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss cauliflower florets in a large bowl with olive oil, salt, garlic powder, and cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Spread the cauliflower on the baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through for even crispness.
- Meanwhile, combine lemon juice, lemon zest, maple syrup, soy sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper in a saucepan; bring to simmer.
- Mix remaining cornstarch with water to create a slurry; whisk into the simmering glaze until thickened.
- Once roasted, combine cauliflower with the glaze in a bowl and toss to coat. Serve immediately with your choice of garnishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg