Crispy Parmesan Cauliflower Bites are absolutely delicious. This recipe is easy to prepare and great as an appetizer or as a side dish. I haven’t tried this with my grandkids buy I think they would eat it, too. I do love a roasted vegetable, and this one is over the top!

Crispy Parmesan Cauliflower Bites with Creamy Onion Dip

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 small head cauliflower, cut into thinly sliced florets (about 1/2″ thick)
• 3/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 2 1/2 to 3 tbps unsalted butter
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper, divided
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley (I used dried parsley)
• For the dip:
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley (I used dried parsley)
  • 2 tbsp chopped chives
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • pinch of black pepper
• Toppings (optional): fresh chopped parsley

DIRECTIONS:

1. Preheat over to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Add the butter to a large casserole dish or cookie sheet and place in the oven while it preheats to melt.
3. Add the parmesan cheese, oregano, garlic powder, 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper to a small bowl. Mix to combine. Set aside.
4. Add the cauliflower to a large bowl, then add the olive oil, remaining salt and pepper, and parsley. Toss to combine.
5. Remove the casserole dish from the oven, add the parmesan cheese mixture to the bottom of the dish and spread evenly.
6. Place the cauliflower florets into the dish, flat down. Sprinkle any of the remaining parsley or cauliflower bits over the top, then sprinkle a little bit more parmesan cheese.
7. Place in the oven for 30-35 minutes until the parmesan on the bottom has browned. Remove the dish from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes.
8. While the cauliflower roasts, make the dip. Add the sour cream or yogurt to a small dish, then add salt, onion powder, parsley, chives and pepper. Mix to combine.
9. Place the cauliflower on a plate, top with parsley and serve with the dip.

Recipe from StarInfiniteFood