Roasted Cauliflower with Avocado Green Goddess

Two-tone cauliflower - white and purple - roasted at high heat until deeply caramelized. Placed on Firehook Sea Salt crackers and drizzled with a vibrant avocado green goddess. Flaky salt to finish. Spring produce, one perfect bite.

Why You'll Love Roasted Cauliflower with Avocado Green Goddess❤️

Roasting cauliflower at high heat transforms it - the natural sugars caramelize, the edges turn golden, and it develops a nuttiness that raw cauliflower never has. Using both white and purple varieties gives you visual contrast on the plate that looks intentional and beautiful. The avocado green goddess is creamy without any dairy, packed with fresh herbs, and drizzles clean. On a Sea Salt cracker that stays neutral and lets the cauliflower and sauce do the talking.

Tips and Tricks

• Cut the florets in half so you get a flat side - that's where all the caramelization happens.
• Don't crowd the pan. Single layer, cut-side down, no touching. Crowding steams instead of roasts.
• Make the green goddess while the cauliflower roasts - it comes together in 2 minutes.
• If you can't find purple cauliflower, all white works - the flavor is identical. You'll just lose the color contrast.

Variations

• Add a pinch of smoked paprika or cumin to the cauliflower before roasting for a warmer flavor.
• Fold in a tablespoon of tahini to the green goddess for extra richness.
• Swap basil for cilantro and add a squeeze of lime for a Mexican-inspired direction.

Substitutions

• Purple cauliflower → all white cauliflower (same flavor, less visual contrast).
• Avocado → Greek yogurt for a tangier, lighter green goddess.
• Basil → cilantro or tarragon depending on flavor preference.

Best served with

• Spring entertaining or casual dinner party.
• Alongside a grain bowl or roasted vegetable spread.
• A crisp white wine or light beer.

How to Store Leftovers

Store roasted cauliflower and green goddess separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The green goddess may brown slightly on top - stir before using. Assemble crackers fresh.

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Two-tone roasted cauliflower - white and purple - with deep caramelization, placed on Firehook Sea Salt crackers and drizzled with vibrant avocado green goddess. Flaky salt to finish.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Servings: 12 crackers

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 53

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients

  

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• ½ head purple cauliflower broken into small florets, halved
• 2 tablespoon olive oil
• kosher salt to taste
• black pepper to taste
• 1 ripe avocado
• ½ cup fresh basil packed
• ¼ cup fresh chives chopped
• ¼ cup fresh parsley packed
• 1 clove garlic
• 3 tablespoon olive oil
• 2-3 tablespoon water
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• flaky sea salt for finishing
• Firehook Sea Salt crackers for serving

Equipment

• Sheet Pan
• Blender or food processor

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
2. Break cauliflower into small florets and slice each in half so they have a flat side.
3. Toss with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper.
4. Spread cut-side down on a sheet pan in a single layer.
5. Roast until deeply caramelized and golden on the flat side - about 20-25 minutes.
6. Combine avocado, basil, chives, parsley, garlic, olive oil, and salt in a blender or food processor.
7. Blend until smooth and vibrant green, adding water 1 tablespoon at a time to reach a drizzleable consistency.
8. Taste and adjust salt as needed.
9. Place roasted cauliflower florets on each cracker, caramelized side up.
10. Drizzle avocado green goddess over the cauliflower.
11. Finish with shaved parmesan, crispy capers, and flaky sea salt.

Nutrition

Serving: 12crackersCalories: 53kcalCarbohydrates: 0.2gProtein: 0.1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 98mgPotassium: 13mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.03gVitamin A: 194IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.2mg

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