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Mediterranean-inspired sauteed cauliflower florets on a white oval platter.

Sautéed Cauliflower

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  • Author: Alexandra Shytsman
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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  • 1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 3 medium garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons drained capers
  • 2 tablespoons minced parsley
  • Zest of 1/2 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice (from about 1/2 lemon)

Instructions

  1. Place the cauliflower in a large skillet over medium heat and add 1/2 cup water. Cover with a lid and cook until the cauliflower is starting to soften and turn slightly translucent, about 8 minutes. Then uncover and let all the water evaporate for about 2 minutes more.
  2. When the water is gone, add 2 tablespoons oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper. Toss to coat and cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower is softened and browned in places, 6 to 8 minutes.
  3. Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes, and cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Lastly, stir in 2 tablespoons each capers and parsley, and the zest and juice of 1/2 lemon. Turn the heat off.
  5. Transfer the cauliflower to a serving platter. Serve warm.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
  • Calories: 80
  • Fat: 7.1 g
  • Carbohydrates: 3.5 g
  • Fiber: 1.7 g
  • Protein: 1.3 g