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Spicy Roasted Cauliflower with Chorizo & Manchego
A New Hypothesis of Obesity
Rest day
The spicy chorizo infuses this dish with a bold, smoky flavor. The addition of Manchego cheese adds a creamy, nutty taste that pairs well with the seasoned cauliflower.
Presentation from the Low Carb Breckenridge conference in 2018.
Enjoy the recovery time, or make-up anything you missed from last week.
Ingredients
1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets
3 oz chorizo, diced (or use spicy sausage)
½ cup shredded Manchego cheese (or sharp cheddar)
2 Tbsp butter
½ tsp smoked paprika
¼ tsp chili flakes (optional, for extra heat)
¼ tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Macronutrients
Protein: 20g
Fat: 35g
Carbohydrates: 11g
Preparation
Preheat the oven: Set the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare the cauliflower: In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets (1 medium head) with melted butter (2 Tbsp), smoked paprika (½ tsp), garlic powder (¼ tsp), chili flakes (¼ tsp if using), salt and pepper to taste. Spread the seasoned cauliflower on a baking sheet, then sprinkle the diced chorizo (3 oz) evenly over the top.
Roast: Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cauliflower is golden and tender, and the chorizo is crispy. In the last 5 minutes of roasting, sprinkle the shredded Manchego cheese (½ cup) over the cauliflower and allow it to melt.
Serve: Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh parsley (1 Tbsp.)
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