Easy Microwave Cauliflower with Garlic Butter
This microwave cauliflower is cooked until tender then tossed with garlic, melted butter, and parmesan for a simple, flavorful side dish that goes with just about anything! Ready in 10 minutes.
Equipment
- Large microwave safe bowl
- large microwave-safe plate
- Small bowl
Ingredients
- 4 cups cauliflower florets (11 ½ ounces)
- ¼ cup water
- 2½ tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 garlic clove minced
- ½ tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon grated parmesan
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- If the cauliflower florets are very large, cut them into smaller florets before you measure them.
- Place the cauliflower florets in a large microwave-safe bowl. Pour the water over the cauliflower. Cover the bowl with a microwave-safe plate. It should cover the entire top of the bowl.
- Place the bowl into the microwave and microwave for 3 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to stir the cauliflower and then cook for 2 ½ more minutes. The cauliflower should be tender yet firm, but not mushy.
- Remove the cauliflower from the microwave and remove the plate from the top.
- In a medium bowl, combine the unsalted butter and minced garlic. Microwave until the butter is hot and melted, but not overflowing, about 1 minute. Watch it to make sure it doesn't overflow!
- Add the kosher salt, oregano, lemon juice, and grated parmesan to the melted butter. Stir to combine.
- Drain any excess liquid from the cauliflower. Add the melted butter mixture and stir to coat. Serve with a sprinkle of grated parmesan and kosher salt.
Nutrition
Calories: 126kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 27mgSodium: 265mgPotassium: 413mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 309IUVitamin C: 66mgCalcium: 52mgIron: 1mg
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