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!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.

Step 2

Remove the outer leaves from the cauliflower and cut it into bite-sized florets.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and paprika until evenly coated.

Step 4

Spread the coated cauliflower onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring there’s some space between the florets for even roasting.

Step 5

Roast the cauliflower in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until golden brown and tender.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Finely chop the fresh parsley and set it aside for garnish.

Step 8

Once the cauliflower is done, transfer it to a serving platter.

Step 9

Drizzle the lemon tahini sauce over the roasted cauliflower while it’s still warm.

Step 10

Garnish with the chopped parsley and toasted sesame seeds.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy this flavorful, healthy dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(757.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1000.5

Total Fat 83.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3344.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.9g	0%
Total Sugars 12.9g
Protein 26.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 4859.0mg	0%
Iron 21433.5mg	0%
Potassium 2282.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.2%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 17.6%