Save to Pinterest A stunning festive centerpiece featuring tender roasted cauliflower flavored with garlic and fresh herbs shaped into a beautiful wreath. Perfect for holiday tables or special occasions.
I made this wreath last winter for my family's holiday dinner and everyone was amazed by both the taste and the presentation. It's become our go-to showstopper for special occasions ever since.
Ingredients
- Cauliflower: 2 medium heads cut into large florets
- Olive oil: 4 tablespoons
- Garlic: 5 cloves minced
- Parsley: 2 tablespoons finely chopped
- Thyme leaves: 1 tablespoon fresh
- Rosemary: 1 tablespoon finely chopped
- Lemon zest: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- Pomegranate seeds (optional): 2 tablespoons
- Pine nuts toasted (optional): 2 tablespoons
- Fresh herb sprigs (optional): rosemary parsley
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make Marinade:
- In a large bowl whisk together olive oil minced garlic parsley thyme rosemary lemon zest salt and pepper.
- Coat Cauliflower:
- Add the cauliflower florets to the bowl and toss until evenly coated with the marinade.
- Shape Wreath:
- Arrange the cauliflower florets in a ring shape on the prepared baking sheet ensuring the pieces are tightly packed to form a continuous circle.
- Roast:
- Roast in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes or until the cauliflower is golden brown and tender turning once halfway through for even roasting.
- Serve:
- Carefully transfer the roasted cauliflower wreath to a serving platter. Garnish with pomegranate seeds toasted pine nuts and fresh herb sprigs if desired. Serve warm.
Save to Pinterest My kids love helping arrange the cauliflower into a wreath & it's become one of our favorite holiday cooking memories together.
Required Tools
You'll need a large mixing bowl whisk baking sheet parchment paper and a sharp knife to prepare this recipe with ease.
Allergen Information
Contains tree nuts if you use pine nuts. Dairy-free and gluten-free as written but double-check all ingredients as needed.
Nutritional Information
Each serving contains approximately 135 calories 8 g total fat 14 g carbohydrates and 4 g protein.
Save to Pinterest This cauliflower wreath is always a hit and looks beautiful on any celebration table. Enjoy serving a dish that's as festive as it is delicious.
Common Recipe Questions
- → How do I achieve tender yet crispy roasted cauliflower?
Roast cauliflower at a high temperature (425°F/220°C) on a parchment-lined baking sheet, turning once halfway through to ensure even crisping and tenderness.
- → Can I prepare the marinade ahead of time?
Yes, combining olive oil with garlic, herbs, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in advance helps deepen flavors when coated onto the cauliflower before roasting.
- → What garnishes complement this cauliflower wreath?
Fresh herb sprigs, pomegranate seeds, and toasted pine nuts add visual appeal and contrasting textures to the roasted cauliflower wreath.
- → Is this suitable for vegan and gluten-free diets?
Absolutely. The dish is naturally gluten-free and vegan as is. Adding cheese would alter this, so omit for those diets.
- → How can I serve this dish for larger gatherings?
Simply double the ingredients and form two smaller wreaths to roast separately, ensuring even cooking for bigger groups.