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20-minute Skillet Parmesan + Garlic Cauliflower

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This Parmesan garlic cauliflower is ready in just 20 minutes. Serve with chicken, beef or eat as a light lunch. So delicious!
Course Side Dishes
Cuisine American
Keyword cauliflower, easy, garlic, parmesan, side dish
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 147
Author Laurie McNamara

Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower cut into small florets
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 4 cloves minced fresh garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  • Melt the butter with the olive oil in a large 10 or 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Once the pan is hot add in the cauliflower, season with salt, toss and spread into an even layer and cook for 3 to 4 minutes undisturbed. Stir and repeat until the cauliflower is fork tender.
  • Reduce the temperature to medium-low, add in the garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Next, add in the pepper flakes and Parmesan cheese.
  • Toss until the cheese has melted and serve with seasoned with black pepper, chopped parsley and more Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 147kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 438mg | Potassium: 459mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 346IU | Vitamin C: 72mg | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 1mg