Cauliflower Caponata Bake

🌿 Cauliflower Caponata Bake

Gluten-Free | Sicilian-Inspired | Sweet, Savory & Satisfying

This Cauliflower Caponata Bake is a vibrant, veggie-packed twist on the classic Sicilian dish. Roasted cauliflower soaks up a rich tomato sauce studded with briny olives, tangy capers, sweet raisins, and soft red onions—creating a sweet-and-sour flavor explosion with every bite. Perfect as a hearty side or a plant-based main.

It’s gluten-free, meal prep-friendly, and seriously satisfying.

Ingredient Highlights & Benefits:

🥦 Cauliflower
A nutrient-rich, low-carb base that turns golden and tender when baked, soaking up all the bold Mediterranean flavors.

🧅 Red Onions & Celery
Add aromatic depth and a subtle crunch, giving balance and body to the dish.

🍅 Canned Plum Tomatoes
The heart of the sauce—juicy and slightly sweet, creating a luscious base that coats everything beautifully.

🫒 Olives & Capers
Deliver classic caponata brininess and bold umami flavor, while also offering healthy fats and antioxidants.

🍇 Raisins
A touch of natural sweetness that balances the acidity of the tomatoes and sharpness of the olives.

🌿 Fresh Parsley
Finishes the bake with freshness and a light herbal lift.

This rustic and robust bake makes vegetables the star—perfect for Mediterranean food lovers and gluten-free eaters alike. Serve it warm or room-temp, solo or alongside grilled protein.