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Cauliflower is a surprisingly versatile vegetable, easily standing in as a lower calorie option for rice, mashes potatoes, crusts, and much more. In this dish, we let the cauliflower shine! Roasting the cauliflower florets with a garlic seasoning creates a simple, but delicious, vehicle for a creamy sauce.
Ingredients
Bites:
- 4 cups cauliflower florets
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- salt & black pepper to taste
Sauce:
- ½ cup mayonnaise (you can substitute plain Greek yogurt too)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 ½ tbsp fresh lemon juice
- salt & black pepper to taste
Combine the sauce ingredients in a bowl and chill until ready to serve.
Toss cauliflower florets in olive oil and garlic and arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake in a 425 degree oven for about 15 minutes. Stir and continue cooking for 10-15 minutes until golden brown and tender.
Serve immediately with dipping sauce for a health snack.
If you are a bariatric surgery patient, please consider the portion that is most appropriate for you. Patients who have made it through their initial diet phases post-op and have been cleared for a full diet should be able to enjoy this recipe. Should you have diet questions, we welcome you to reach out to your care team!
*This recipe was adapted from Evelyn at HealthySubstitute.com
