Whole Roasted Cauliflower, Spicy Romesco Sauce

Name: Whole Roasted Cauliflower, Spicy Romesco Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Whole Roasted Cauliflower; 5 cloves garlic; 1/2 teaspoon kosher or sea salt; 4 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon cumin powder; 1 large cauliflower; Romesco Sauce; 2 large red bell peppers; 1 red chili pepper (optional, adds heat); 1/2 cup almonds; 1 clove garlic, peeled; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 dash cayenne pepper; 1 pinch salt, to taste

Servings: persons

Whole Roasted Cauliflower
5 cloves garlic
1/2 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 large cauliflower
Romesco Sauce
2 large red bell peppers
1 red chili pepper (optional, adds heat)
1/2 cup almonds
1 clove garlic, peeled
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 dash cayenne pepper
1 pinch salt, to taste

1
Preheat oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
2
Using a mortar and pestle, mash peeled garlic cloves with cumin power, salt, and a tablespoon of olive oil.
3
Smear the paste over a leaf free, clean cauliflower and place on top of a baking sheet.Pour remaining olive oil over the cauliflower
4
Depending on the size of the cauliflower, roast for 1-1.25 hours. Remove from oven and serve immediately.
5
Preheat oven to 400 degree.
6
Place whole pepper and, if using, the chili peppers in oven. Roast for 30 minutes.
7
Remove and set aside, covered with foil for five to ten minutes.
8
Uncover, then peel skin off, then cut in half and remove seeds. You should have about 1 cup roasted peppers total.
9
Place in food processor with the rest of the ingredients. Pulse until completely smooth.
10
Set aside until ready to serve.

318

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Protein

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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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Whole Roasted Cauliflower, 5 cloves garlic, 1/2 teaspoon kosher or sea salt, 4 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Whole Roasted Cauliflower, Spicy Romesco 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!