Irish Cheddar Roasted Cauliflower with Chimichurri
Irish cheddar roasted cauliflower is a satisfying, flavorful dish that is drizzled with chimichurri. Sharp cheddar, golden, tender cauliflower and bright herbs with lots of garlic is the key to any heart!
Ingredients
- 1 head of cauliflower, cut into slices
- 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil
- kosher salt and pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 6 ounces Irish cheddar, freshly grated
chimichurri
- 1 cup fresh cilantro
- ⅔ cup fresh parsley
- ¼ cup fresh oregano
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ cup red wine vinegar
- ⅔ cup cup olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- kosher salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Place the cauliflower on a sheet pan and drizzle/brush it all over with the olive oil. Season both sides with the salt, pepper, smoked paprika and cauliflower.
- Roast the cauliflower for 15 to 20 minutes. Gently flip it and roast for 10 to 15 minutes more. While it’s roasting, make the chimichurri.
- Remove the pan and sprinkle the cheddar on top of the cauliflower. Return the pan to the oven for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melty and bubbly.
- Serve the cauliflower drizzled with the chimichurri. Enjoy!
chimichurri
- Combine the parsley, cilantro, oregano and garlic in a food processor and pulse until small leaves and pieces remain. Add in the vinegar and pulse once more. With the processor going, stream in the olive oil and mix until just combined. Stir in a big pinch of salt, pepper and red pepper flakes. Taste and season additionally if needed.
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