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Middle Eastern Shawarma Spiced Cauliflower with Tahini Drizzle

Name: Middle Eastern Shawarma Spiced Cauliflower with Tahini Drizzle
Prep time: 23 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 93 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 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 florets, 1 large head, cut into florets; Olive oil, 3 tablespoons; Lemon juice, 1 lemon, juiced; Tahini, ⅓ cup; Lemon juice, 2 tablespoons; Olive oil, 1 tablespoon; Garlic, 1 clove, minced; Salt, ¼ teaspoon; Water, 3–5 tablespoons (to thin)

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

4.1(863 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·August 14, 2025

Middle Eastern Shawarma Spiced Cauliflower with Tahini Drizzle — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

23 min

Cook

1 h 10 min

Difficulty

Easy

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

Spice Blend

Cauliflower

Tahini Drizzle

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 339 kcal
Protein: 8.98 g
Carbs: 19.9 g
Fat: 27.5 g
Fiber: 6.13 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1357 kcal
Protein: 35.9 g
Carbs: 79.6 g
Fat: 110 g
Fiber: 24.5 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Ground cumin 2 teaspoons	16	0.8	2	1	0.8
Ground coriander 2 teaspoons	10	0.4	1.8	0.4	1.2
Smoked paprika 1 teaspoon	6	0.3	1.2	0.3	0.8
Turmeric 1 teaspoon	8	0.2	1.4	0.2	0.4
Garlic powder 1 teaspoon	10	0.5	2.2	0	0.3
Cayenne pepper ½ teaspoon (adjust to taste)	3	0.2	0.6	0.2	0.3
Salt ½ teaspoon	0	0	0	0	0
Ground cinnamon ¼ teaspoon	2	0	0.7	0	0.4
Cauliflower florets 1 large head, cut into florets	210	17	44	2.8	12
Olive oil 3 tablespoons	360	0	0	40.5	0
Lemon juice 1 lemon, juiced	12	0.2	3.4	0.1	0.1
Tahini ⅓ cup	590	16.2	20.6	52.1	8.3
Lemon juice 2 tablespoons	6	0.1	1.7	0.05	0.05
Olive oil 1 tablespoon	120	0	0	13.5	0
Garlic 1 clove, minced	4	0.2	1	0	0.1
Salt ¼ teaspoon	0	0	0	0	0
Water 3–5 tablespoons (to thin)	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Cauliflower

1
Combine spices
In a large bowl, mix the spice blend ingredients until well combined.
2
Add cauliflower
Add the cauliflower florets to the bowl.
3
Coat cauliflower
Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then toss until florets are evenly coated with the spice blend.

Preparing the Tahini Drizzle

1
Whisk ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and salt.
2
Adjust consistency
Gradually add water, one tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
3
Season to taste
Adjust salt and lemon juice to taste.

How to Make Middle Eastern Shawarma Spiced Cauliflower with Tahini Drizzle

Total time: 1 h 33 min · Yields 4 servings

1
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.