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Steamed cauliflower florets in a bowl, seasoned with parsley, lemon zest, and black pepper.

Steamed Cauliflower

Amelia MapstoneAmelia Mapstone
Steam up this bright, fork-tender Steamed Cauliflower recipe in just 13 minutes! A simple, flavorful vegan and gluten-free side dish with lemon and parsley.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 36 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large head cauliflower cut into bite-sized florets
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest from one lemon
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley optional

Instructions
 

  • Fill a large pot with 1 to 2 inches of water and bring it to a boil over high heat.
  • Place the cauliflower florets in a steamer basket and set it in the pot, making sure the water does not touch the vegetables. Cover and steam for about 4 to 8 minutes until the florets are fork-tender.
  • Remove the florets to a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with kosher salt, black pepper, lemon zest, and chopped parsley. Toss gently to coat evenly.
  • Serve the cauliflower warm as a healthy side dish.

Nutrition

Calories: 36kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 2gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.3gSodium: 223mgFiber: 2g
Keyword Steamed Cauliflower
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