Description
A vibrant dish that combines roasted cauliflower with a creamy tahini-honey sauce, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into medium florets
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 3 tablespoons tahini
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Water, as needed
- Toasted nuts (almonds or pistachios) for garnish
- Fresh herbs (cilantro and parsley) for garnish
- Pomegranate seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix olive oil, spices, salt, and pepper to create a spice oil. Toss cauliflower florets in the spice oil until well coated.
- Spread the seasoned cauliflower on the baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway, until caramelized and tender.
- In a small bowl, mix tahini, honey, lemon juice, garlic, and salt. Gradually add warm water until the sauce is smooth and pourable.
- Toast nuts in a skillet until fragrant. Prepare garnishes and assemble the dish with roasted cauliflower, tahini-honey sauce, nuts, and herbs.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg