These Curried Lime Cauliflower Bites are a super delicious side dish or party food recipe. They are dusted in curry powder and lime, then roasted to sweet perfection. You and your guests will love them!

Curried Lime Cauliflower Bites with Curry Mayo

I have something to share with you:

I'm in love. Head over heels in love…with these cauliflower bites. Oh, ya baby.

Each little bite-sized nugget is coated in lime juice and delicious curry spices. They're baked in the oven (not fried!) and then served with some creamy, spicy and totally addictive curry mayo.

I like to put a plate of these out at a party and watch them disappear in seconds. They also make a great side dish on your dinner plate.

Little bites of heaven goin' on right here. 🙂

Curried Lime Cauliflower Bites with Curry Mayo

We all know that cauliflower is the new kale. Or is it the new Brussels sprouts? I get confused about all these food trends. One thing is for certain: cauliflower is awesome.

There is a caveat though … in order for cauliflower to be awesome, it must be roasted, or fried, or disguised as something it's not, like this Cauliflower Fried “Rice” or this Skinny Chili Cheese Dip.

Under no circumstance should cauliflower ever be steamed or boiled unless you plan on using it as a vessel to get copious amounts of cheese sauce into your mouth.

Curried Lime Cauliflower Bites with Curry Mayo

Now, let's chat about roasting cauliflower.

Something magical happens to this otherwise boring vegetable when you put it in the oven. It takes on a flavor that is rich and almost nutty. It is delicious covered in spices like it is here, but it is also delicious on its own with just a sprinkle of sea salt.

You want to make sure that you don't take the cauliflower out of the oven until you see plenty of dark brown spots on it. The flavor is in the color so don't be afraid of it.

Enjoy!

Curried Lime Cauliflower Bites with Curry Mayo

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Curried Lime Cauliflower Bites with Curry Mayo

Curried Lime Cauliflower Bites with Curry Mayo

  • Author: Kristen Stevens
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

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These Curried Lime Cauliflower Bites are a super delicious side dish or party food recipe. They are dusted in curry powder and lime, then roasted to sweet perfection. You and your guests will love them!

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Ingredients

  • ½ head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
  • 1 teaspoon oil
  • Juice from ½ lime
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cumin powder
  • ¼ teaspoon coriander powder
  • ¼ teaspoon turmeric
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne powder
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt

For the curry mayo:

  • ¼ cup mayonnaise* (NOT Miracle Whip!)
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne powder
  • ¼ teaspoon turmeric
  • ⅛ teaspoon coconut sugar
  • A pinch of sea salt

To serve:

  • A squeeze of lime and a little chopped cilantro or parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Place the cauliflower florets in a medium-sized bowl and pour over the oil and lime juice and toss to coat.
  3. Combine all the remaining ingredients in a small bowl and mix them together. Pour the spices over the cauliflower and toss well so that each piece is evenly coated. Place the cauliflower on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, turning halfway.
  4. While the cauliflower is baking, make the curry mayo. Combine all the curry mayo ingredients in a small bowl and mix them together well.
  5. Serve the cauliflower with the curry mayo on the side for dipping, a little squeeze of lime over top of the cauliflower and a sprinkling of cilantro or parsley.

Notes

  • For vegan: use a vegan mayo
  • For paleo: make your own homemade mayo