Description
A delightful blend of warm, spiced roasted cauliflower, creamy tahini sauce, and hearty chickpeas on a fluffy bed of basmati rice, perfect for a healthy yet satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Tbsp. curry powder
- 2 tsp. paprika
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- 1 tsp. kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper
- 3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 large head cauliflower, chopped into florets
- 1 (15-oz.) can chickpeas, rinsed, drained, and patted dry
- 2 cups cooked white basmati rice
- Optional toppings:
- Thinly sliced English or Persian cucumber
- Halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp. minced fresh garlic
- 1/4 tsp. ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss the chopped cauliflower florets with olive oil, curry powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl.
- Spread the seasoned cauliflower on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for about 25-30 minutes or until tender and golden brown, shaking halfway.
- Toss the chickpeas with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then add to the baking sheet after 15 minutes of roasting the cauliflower.
- Cook the rice according to package instructions.
- Whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl, adding water to reach desired consistency.
- Assemble bowls starting with a scoop of rice, then add roasted cauliflower and chickpeas.
- Top with optional toppings and drizzle with tahini sauce.
Notes
This dish can be prepared in advance. Store roasted vegetables and tahini sauce separately in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Cauliflower, Shawarma, Vegan, Gluten-free, Healthy Recipe