Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini Sauce Recipe

Name: Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons chopped thyme; 1 tablespoon sumac; 1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest; 1 teaspoon sesame seeds; 1 teaspoon coriander seeds; 1 teaspoon fennel seeds; 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 2 small heads of cauliflower (1 1/4 pounds each), 1/2 inch trimmed off the bottoms; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling; Kosher salt; Black pepper; 1/3 cup tahini; 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 teaspoon pomegranate molasses; 1/2 teaspoon sumac; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; Kosher salt; Chopped parsley

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons chopped thyme
1 tablespoon sumac
1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
2 small heads of cauliflower (1 1/4 pounds each), 1/2 inch trimmed off the bottoms
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Kosher salt
Black pepper
1/3 cup tahini
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 teaspoon pomegranate molasses
1/2 teaspoon sumac
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
Kosher salt
Chopped parsley

1
Make the cauliflower Preheat the oven to 450.
2
In a spice grinder, grind the first 8 ingredients to a powder.
3
Brush the cauliflower with the olive oil and season generously all over with salt and pepper.
4
Set the cauliflower in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish and rub with the spice mix.
5
Add 11/2 cups of water to the dish.
6
Roast for 1 hour, or until tender and browned; add more water if necessary.
7
Make the tahini sauce In a blender, combine the first 6 ingredients and puree until very smooth.
8
Season with salt.
9
Serve the cauliflower whole, or cut into thick slabs and arrange on a platter.
10
Garnish with parsley and serve with the tahini sauce.

203

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons chopped thyme, 1 tablespoon sumac, 1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest, 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, and more.

Yes, Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini Sauce falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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