Roasted Cauliflower in Lemon Tahini Sauce
Transform your dinner table with this vibrant and flavor-packed Roasted Cauliflower in Lemon Tahini Sauce, a dish that perfectly balances smoky, nutty, and citrusy notes. Tender cauliflower florets are roasted to golden perfection with a coating of olive oil, paprika, and black pepper, then drizzled with a luxuriously creamy lemon tahini sauce made with fresh garlic and zesty lemon juice. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and toasted sesame seeds, this recipe is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect as a healthy side dish or a satisfying plant-based main course, this roasted cauliflower recipe is gluten-free, vegan, and ready in just 45 minutes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or an impressive addition to your holiday spread!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head Cauliflower
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 0.25 cup Tahini
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 clove Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
Remove the outer leaves from the cauliflower and cut it into bite-sized florets.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and paprika until evenly coated.
Spread the coated cauliflower onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring there’s some space between the florets for even roasting.
Roast the cauliflower in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until golden brown and tender.
While the cauliflower is roasting, prepare the lemon tahini sauce. In a small bowl, combine the tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, water, and a pinch of salt. Whisk until smooth and creamy. Add more water if needed to reach a drizzleable consistency.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and set it aside for garnish.
Once the cauliflower is done, transfer it to a serving platter.
Drizzle the lemon tahini sauce over the roasted cauliflower while it’s still warm.
Garnish with the chopped parsley and toasted sesame seeds.
Serve immediately and enjoy this flavorful, healthy dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1000 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.9 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.8 g | 69% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3344 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.9 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.9 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.9 g | ||
| Protein | 26.8 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 4859 mg | 374% | |
| Iron | 21433.5 mg | 119075% | |
| Potassium | 2283 mg | 49% | |
*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.
