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Agrodolce Cauliflower
This simple recipe for cauliflower agrodolce turns a basic head of cauliflower into a vibrant Sicilian-inspired dish that will have you practically licking the plate! Tender cauliflower florets get roasted until deeply golden, then tossed with sweet and sour pickled raisins, garlic, and shallots, and finished with buttery pine nuts for crunch. It's easy to make ahead, works well as a side or antipasto, and goes beautifully with meats, seafood, and everything in between!
👥 4 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 45 min⏳ Prep: 10 min🔥 Cook: 35 min👤 Nicole Gaffney📖 coleycooks
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- oven
- baking sheet
- saucepan
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2
Spread the cauliflower florets out on the baking sheet. Drizzle with ¼ cup of olive oil, season well with salt and pepper, then toss to coat. Arrange in a single layer with space between the pieces.
3
Roast until deeply golden brown and tender, about ⏱️ 30 minutes, turning once halfway through.
4
While the cauliflower roasts, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallot and garlic with a generous pinch of salt and saute until softened, but not browned, about ⏱️ 3 minutes. Add the chili flakes and saute for about ⏱️ 30 seconds more.
5
Add the golden raisins, vinegar and honey and stir until the honey dissolves. Simmer for about ⏱️ 3-4 minutes, then turn off the heat and let sit until the cauliflower is finished cooking. Taste and add more salt if needed.
honey1 tablespoon
6
Spoon the raisin mixture over the roasted cauliflower while still hot and toss to combine.
7
Transfer to a serving platter and top with toasted pine nuts and parsley. Serve warm or at room temperature.
pine nuts (toasted )2 tablespoons
Nutrition Facts
calories
268 kcal
fat Content
18 g
serving Size
1 serving
fiber Content
5 g
sugar Content
16 g
sodium Content
71 mg
protein Content
5 g
carbohydrate Content
27 g
saturated Fat Content
2 g
unsaturated Fat Content
14 g
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