Description
Elevate your dining experience with this Vegan Lemon Pepper Glazed Cauliflower Recipe. Featuring crispy, tender cauliflower florets enveloped in a tangy and sweet lemon glaze, this dish is bursting with flavor. Perfectly gluten-free and dairy-free, it serves as an impressive appetizer or a vibrant side dish for any occasion—from family dinners to casual gatherings. With a quick preparation time of just 40 minutes, you can enjoy this delightful meal on busy weeknights or serve it at your next dinner party. The combination of fresh lemon juice, zesty black pepper, and the natural sweetness of maple syrup makes every bite a deliciously refreshing experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head cauliflower (cut into florets)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari)
- 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, cornstarch, and garlic powder until well-coated.
- Spread the cauliflower in a single layer on the baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- While roasting, make the glaze by simmering lemon juice, zest, maple syrup, soy sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper in a saucepan.
- Thicken the glaze with a cornstarch slurry; cook for an additional minute until glossy.
- Toss roasted cauliflower with the glaze and serve garnished with green onions or sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg