This easy Oven-Roasted Cauliflower is baked with a flavorful seasoning blend until the edges are perfectly crispy and caramelized. Topped with melty vegan parmesan cheese and served with a citrusy tahini dressing, meet your new favorite veggie side dish!
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Add the cauliflower to large mixing bowl. Drizzle with oil and add garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt and black pepper to taste. Spread evenly onto the baking sheet in a single layer, being careful not to overlap.
Roast the cauliflower for about 35-40 minutes, or until the florets are tender-crisp and just starting to brown/char around the edges, rotating the pan and stirring/tossing the cauliflower halfway through.
After 35-40 minutes, remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle with optional cheese (or nutritional yeast), if using, and toss to coat. Return to oven and roast until the cheese is melted, about 1-2 minutes. Once done, taste the cauliflower and adjust seasonings to taste, adding more salt or black pepper as needed.
Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and transfer to a bowl or a platter. Drizzle a spoonful of tahini sauce over the cauliflower and serve with remaining sauce for dipping, plus extra lemon if desired.