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Ina Garten Cauliflower Toast With Parmesan Crunch 1758563174.2214432

Ina Garten Cauliflower Toast With Parmesan Crunch

  • Author: Liana Brooks
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 toasts 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Ina Garten Cauliflower Toast With Parmesan Crunch offers a flavorful and satisfying meal with crispy edges and a savory, tender center, perfect for busy weeknights and healthy eating. It features roasted cauliflower on toasted bread, topped with melted, bubbly Parmesan for an irresistible crunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium head cauliflower (900g), cut into bite-sized florets
  • 4–6 slices sturdy bread (sourdough or ciabatta)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 0.5 cup (50g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cauliflower: Preheat your oven to 400(degree)F (200(degree)C). On a large sheet pan, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper until well coated. Roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the florets are tender and their edges are slightly caramelized and browned.
  2. Toast Bread: While the cauliflower roasts, lightly toast your bread slices in a toaster or pan until golden and crisp, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  3. Build the Toast: Evenly spread a generous layer of the warm, fragrant roasted cauliflower onto each crisp piece of toasted bread.
  4. Add Parmesan Crunch: Sprinkle the fresh Parmesan cheese generously over the cauliflower. Return the toasts to the oven (or slide under a broiler on low) for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted, golden, and bubbly, creating that signature Parmesan crunch. (If the Parmesan isn’t browning, move the toasts closer to the broiler element, but watch carefully to prevent burning.)

Notes

Opt for whole-grain or gluten-free bread for added fiber. For an extra nutrition boost, stir in fresh spinach or chopped kale with the roasted cauliflower mix. Use pre-cut cauliflower florets to save prep time. For a dairy-free option, substitute Parmesan with a plant-based cheese alternative.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting, Broiling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 toast
  • Calories: 300 calories
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 400 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 12 g
  • Cholesterol: 20 mg

Keywords: Ina Garten, cauliflower, toast, parmesan, easy dinner, vegetarian, weeknight meal, healthy, roasted vegetables

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