Description
A flavorful and healthy Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas dish, enhanced with a smoky spice blend and topped with a creamy, fresh herby tahini sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a wholesome vegetarian meal, combining crispy roasted vegetables and protein-rich chickpeas with bright, herbaceous flavors.
Ingredients
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Vegetables and Chickpeas
- 1 head cauliflower, leaves removed, bottom stem trimmed
- 8 oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
Spice Mix and Oil
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Herby Tahini Sauce
- 1 garlic clove
- ⅓ cup tahini
- 1 cup fresh parsley and cilantro leaves, plus more chopped for serving
- 1 scallion, thinly sliced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- 3 ½ tbsp water (plus more as needed)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Cauliflower: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Cut the cauliflower lengthwise into 3/4-inch slices to create ‘steaks’ along with smaller florets, ensuring even roasting for all pieces.
- Season and Toss: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Add the cauliflower slices and drained chickpeas to the bowl and toss thoroughly using your hands to evenly coat everything with the spice mixture.
- Arrange on Sheet and Roast: Spread the cauliflower slices in a single layer on a baking sheet and nestle the chickpeas in the spaces around the cauliflower. Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping the cauliflower and chickpeas once halfway through, until the cauliflower is browned on the edges and chickpeas are crispy.
- Make Herby Tahini Sauce: While roasting, combine garlic, tahini, parsley, cilantro leaves, scallion, lemon juice, kosher salt, and 3 ½ tbsp water in a food processor. Puree until smooth and creamy, adding more water if needed until the sauce has a thick, spoonable consistency.
- Serve: Drizzle the herby tahini sauce over the warm roasted cauliflower and chickpeas. Garnish with additional chopped parsley and cilantro. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Cut cauliflower into even thickness to ensure uniform roasting.
- Use fresh herbs for the tahini sauce for maximum flavor.
- Adjust water quantity in tahini sauce to achieve desired consistency.
- Flip halfway through roasting to ensure even browning and crispiness.
- Can be served as a main vegetarian dish or as a hearty side.
