Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Garlic and Paprika

A showstopping healthy baked main or side dish with garlic and smoked paprika that makes the cauliflower soft inside and crispy on the outside.

80 min4veganCauliflowervegetariangluten-freelow-carbketopaleoside dishmain dishholiday

Preheat the oven to 400°F/200°C.
Prepare the cauliflower by removing the leaves. Wash and dry the head of cauliflower, then cut the stalk so the cauliflower sits flat.
Score a cross with a sharp knife in the core of the cauliflower, but be careful that you don't cut off any florets. This is to allow the core to cook more evenly. Set aside.
In a small bowl, stir the minced garlic, smoked paprika, oil and salt and pepper.
Rub or brush the smoked paprika mixture all over the cauliflower, then place it into a cast iron skillet or oven-safe baking dish.
Cover with a lid or foil and roast in the oven for 1 hour, or until the cauliflower is soft.
Remove the foil or lid and roast for 10-15 more minutes, or until the cauliflower is golden.