Best 8 Roasted Cauliflower With Caper Vinaigrette Recipes

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Roasted cauliflower with caper vinaigrette is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or even a main course. The roasted cauliflower is tender and slightly charred, while the caper vinaigrette adds a bright and tangy flavor. This dish is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your cauliflower roasted until it is slightly caramelized or you prefer a more tender texture, this recipe has you covered. The caper vinaigrette is also adjustable, so you can make it as tangy or mild as you like.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH LEMON-CAPER VINAIGRETTE



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Cauliflower shows no signs of losing steam as the "it" vegetable, as folks can't seem to get enough of its mild, slightly nutty flavor. To help you work more cauliflower into your daily life, here we offer 4 delicious-and fast-ways to enjoy it. We speed up the process of roasting the florets by going under the broiler; it takes only 10 minutes for the cauliflower to cook to tenderness and develop a delicious bit of browning. Be sure to use small florets as indicated; larger ones will take much longer to cook.

Provided by Robin Bashinsky

Yield Serves 4 (serving size: about 1 cup)

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 cups small cauliflower florets
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped drained capers
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler to high. Combine cauliflower, 1 1/2 tablespoons oil, and thyme in a large bowl. Spread cauliflower mixture in a single layer on a foil-lined baking sheet. Broil 8 to 10 minutes or until browned and tender, stirring once after 4 minutes.
  • Combine remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons oil, rind, juice, capers, mustard, pepper, and salt in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk. Add roasted cauliflower; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 0.0 mg, Fat 10.9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 216 mg, Sugar 3 g

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH CRISPY CAPERS



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Cook capers until they pop and crisp up, then serve them over roasted cauliflower.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 heads cauliflower, trimmed and cut into florets
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup drained jarred capers in brine
1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Toss the cauliflower in a large bowl with 1/3 cup oil and a generous sprinkle of salt and pepper until well coated. Spread out onto 2 rimmed baking sheets. Roast until tender, stirring once or twice, about 30 minutes.
  • Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add the capers and cook just until they burst and crisp, about 1 minute. Evenly pour over the cauliflower, add the parsley and toss to coat. Season with additional salt and pepper.

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH HERB-CAPER SAUCE



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This simple dish can easily be thrown together. For your next gathering, make the sauce a few hours ahead and keep it in the fridge until you're ready to serve. The cauliflower cooks quickly: Toss it in the oven to roast while the main dish rests.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large heads cauliflower (about 4 pounds total)
1/3 plus 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons drained capers in brine, rinsed
1 clove garlic
2 cups fresh parsley leaves
3 scallions, coarsely chopped
2 teaspoons lemon zest
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Position 2 oven racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven and preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Cut the florets off of the cauliflower heads and cut into 1/2-inch pieces; put into a large bowl. Add 1/3 cup of the olive oil and toss to coat. Spread the florets out evenly on the 2 prepared baking sheets, without overlapping, and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper between the two baking sheets. Roast the cauliflower until charred in spots and tender when pierced with a knife, 22 to 24 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine the capers and garlic in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Add the parsley, scallions, lemon zest and juice and continue to pulse until the leaves are coarsely chopped. With the machine running, pour in the remaining 1/2 cup olive oil and process until the mixture forms a loose pesto--like consistency. Season with a pinch of salt to taste.
  • Transfer the cauliflower to a serving platter and the herb-caper sauce to a small serving bowl or ramekin. Serve the cauliflower with dollops of the sauce.

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER AND CAPERS



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Roasted cauliflower shares a plate with olives and stuffed peppers for a tasty appetizer that's simple to make.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Yield Makes about 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 large heads cauliflower, (about 4 pounds total), cut into florets
1/3 cup salt-packed capers, rinsed
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Coarse salt
1 tablespoon coarsely chopped or very small whole fresh marjoram leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Divide cauliflower and capers between 2 rimmed baking sheets. Drizzle each sheet with 3 tablespoons oil; toss to combine. Season with salt. Spread in a single layer. Roast, stirring occasionally, until cauliflower is golden brown and tender, 30 to 40 minutes. Toss with marjoram. Serve warm or at room temperature, drizzled with oil.

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH CAPER BROWN BUTTER



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Turn boring cauliflower into a delicious side when you top it with a caper and garlic brown butter. I like to cut my cauliflower into slices instead of florets, so there is more flat surface area for roasting and the topping doesn't slide off.

Provided by France C

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Cauliflower     Roasted

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 medium head cauliflower
3 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup salted butter
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped capers
¼ teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Trim off the bottom of the cauliflower stem to create a flat surface. Place cauliflower head onto a cutting board with the stem side facing down; cut the cauliflower vertically into 1 to 1 1/2-inch thick slices. Remove any tough stem pieces. Cut the slices into smaller pieces, about the size of florets. Place on the baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
  • Roast in the oven for 10 minutes; flip pieces over and roast for 10 minutes more.
  • Meanwhile, cut butter into 4 pieces. Melt in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until butter begins to brown, 4 to 5 minutes. Butter will foam up, then subside. The butter should have a nutty aroma. Stir in garlic and continue stirring for 15 to 20 seconds. Add in capers and lemon pepper. Remove from heat.
  • Spoon brown butter over the roasted cauliflower and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.9 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 21.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 272.4 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

ROAST CAULIFLOWER WITH CAPER DRESSING



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Cooking cauliflower this way gives it a richness that's balanced by the dressing. A great side dish for a roast dinner and it also works as a vegetarian main

Provided by Tom Kerridge

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Side dish, Vegetable

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 medium cauliflower , leaves trimmed and reserved
50g butter , softened
1 tbsp olive oil
4 tbsp capers
2 tbsp chopped parsley
1 lemon , zested and juiced

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 190C/170C fan/gas 5. Scatter the cauliflower leaves into a small roasting tin, then sit the cauliflower in the middle. Rub over the butter, sprinkle with some salt and roast for 20 mins.
  • Reduce the temperature to 160C/140C/gas 3 and cook the cauliflower for 20 mins more, basting with butter. Add the oil, capers, parsley and lemon zest and juice to the hot butter and spoon over the cauliflower a few times before serving - it will soak up the dressing flavour. When you're ready to serve, cut into wedges and serve with the crisp leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 calories, Fat 9 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 4 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein, Sodium 0.7 milligram of sodium

ROASTED RED PEPPERS AND CAULIFLOWER WITH CAPER VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Shelley Wiseman

Categories     Side     Roast     Buffet     Lemon     Cauliflower     Bell Pepper     Healthy     Vegan     Capers     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 red bell peppers
2 heads cauliflower, trimmed and cut into 2-inch florets
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup large capers (not salted), drained and rinsed

Steps:

  • Toss cauliflower with 1/4 cup oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl, then divide between two 4-sided sheet pans. Roast cauliflower, turning it and switching position of pans halfway through, until just tender and browned in spots, about 20 minutes total.
  • While cauliflower roasts, whisk together lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a large serving bowl, then add remaining 1/2 cup oil in a slow stream, whisking. Finely chop about 1 tablespoon capers, then whisk chopped and whole capers into vinaigrette. Add warm cauliflower and peppers and toss to coat. Serve at room temperature.

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH CAPERS



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Take familiar techniques, like roasting, and apply them in new ways for this delicious side.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head (about 2 pounds) cauliflower, cut into small florets
1 tablespoon olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 tablespoon butter
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon capers
1 teaspoon caper juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Trim, and cut cauliflower into small florets; spread in a roasting pan or rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil; season with coarse salt and ground pepper. Toss to combine. Roast, tossing once or twice, until cauliflower is golden brown and tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • In a small skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Cook garlic cloves, stirring often, until lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat. Add capers and caper juice. Pour over cauliflower, and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right cauliflower: Look for a head of cauliflower that is compact and heavy for its size, with tightly packed florets. Avoid heads with any signs of bruising or discoloration.
  • Roast the cauliflower at a high temperature: This will help to caramelize the florets and give them a slightly crispy exterior.
  • Toss the cauliflower with olive oil and seasonings before roasting: This will help to prevent the cauliflower from drying out and will also add flavor.
  • Make the caper vinaigrette while the cauliflower is roasting: This will give the flavors time to meld.
  • Serve the roasted cauliflower with the caper vinaigrette immediately: This is when it will be at its best.

Conclusion:

Roasted cauliflower with caper vinaigrette is a simple but flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover cauliflower. The roasted cauliflower is tender and slightly crispy, while the caper vinaigrette adds a tangy and briny flavor. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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