Middle Eastern Shawarma Spiced Cauliflower with Tahini Drizzle

Name: Middle Eastern Shawarma Spiced Cauliflower with Tahini Drizzle
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Ground cumin; Ground coriander; Smoked paprika; Turmeric; Garlic powder; Cayenne pepper; Salt; Ground cinnamon; Cauliflower florets; Olive oil; Lemon juice; Tahini; Lemon juice; Olive oil; Garlic; Salt; Water

A Flavorful Vegetarian Delight

This roasted cauliflower dish, infused with vibrant shawarma spices and complemented by a creamy tahini drizzle, makes for a delectable main course or side.

1 h 10 min
4
Easy

Ingredients

Spice Blend

Ground cumin

2 teaspoons

Ground coriander

2 teaspoons

Smoked paprika

1 teaspoon

Turmeric

1 teaspoon

Garlic powder

1 teaspoon

Cayenne pepper

½ teaspoon (adjust to taste)

Salt

½ teaspoon

Ground cinnamon

¼ teaspoon

Cauliflower

Cauliflower florets

1 large head, cut into florets

Olive oil

3 tablespoons

Lemon juice

1 lemon, juiced

Tahini Drizzle

Tahini

⅓ cup

Lemon juice

2 tablespoons

Olive oil

1 tablespoon

Garlic

1 clove, minced

Salt

¼ teaspoon

Water

3–5 tablespoons (to thin)

Preparation

Marinating the Cauliflower

Combine spices

In a large bowl, mix the spice blend ingredients until well combined.

Add cauliflower

Add the cauliflower florets to the bowl.

Coat cauliflower

Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then toss until florets are evenly coated with the spice blend.

Preparing the Tahini Drizzle

Whisk ingredients

In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and salt.

Adjust consistency

Gradually add water, one tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.

Season to taste

Adjust salt and lemon juice to taste.

Cooking Process

Roast the Cauliflower

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the marinated cauliflower on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 35–40 minutes until golden and tender, flipping halfway through.

Ensure the cauliflower is thoroughly coated with spices for even roasting.

Plating & Serving