Bring Me Your Head on a Platter Cauliflower
Elevate your vegetable game with this show-stopping "Bring Me Your Head on a Platter Cauliflower" recipe, a bold and flavorful roasted cauliflower centerpiece that’s sure to impress! This whole roasted cauliflower is coated in a smoky, spiced olive oil paste featuring smoked paprika, ground cumin, turmeric, and garlic powder, creating a crispy, golden crust that’s as delicious as it is visually striking. Finished with a drizzle of creamy homemade tahini dressing and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dish is as satisfying as it is beautiful. Perfect as a vegetarian main course or a dramatic side, this easy-to-make recipe takes just 15 minutes to prep and is ready to serve in under an hour. Try this savory masterpiece today and turn your dinner table into a culinary spectacle!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole cauliflower head
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.25 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Trim the leaves and part of the stem from the bottom of the cauliflower, being careful to keep the head intact. Rinse and pat it dry.
In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, smoked paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, ground turmeric, kosher salt, and black pepper to form a paste.
Place the cauliflower head on the prepared baking sheet. Use your hands or a brush to evenly coat the cauliflower with the spice paste, ensuring every nook and cranny is covered.
Roast the cauliflower in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the outside is golden brown and crispy, and a knife slides easily into the stem.
While the cauliflower roasts, prepare the tahini dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, water, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Add more water if needed to reach your desired consistency.
Remove the roasted cauliflower from the oven and transfer it to a serving platter. Drizzle the tahini dressing over the top and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Slice into quarters or wedges, and serve immediately. Enjoy your stunning cauliflower centerpiece!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1045 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.6 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.8 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1130 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.0 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.0 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.2 g | ||
| Protein | 31.7 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 4850 mg | 373% | |
| Iron | 21435.9 mg | 119088% | |
| Potassium | 2197 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
