Whole30 Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini Sauce
Elevate your vegetable game with this irresistible Whole30 Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini Sauce! Perfectly seasoned with warm spices like cumin and garlic powder, the cauliflower florets are roasted to golden perfection, delivering a crispy-tender texture that's utterly crave-worthy. The star of the dish is the creamy, zesty tahini sauce, made with fresh lemon juice and garlic, bringing a rich, nutty contrast to the roasted flavors. Garnished with vibrant parsley, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s the ultimate paleo, gluten-free, and dairy-free side dish or light meal that’ll impress even the pickiest eaters. Best of all, it’s Whole30-compliant, making it a nutritious and flavorful addition to your healthy eating routine!
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Ingredients
- 1 large cauliflower head
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1 minced garlic clove
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Step 2
Remove the leaves and core from the cauliflower and cut it into bite-sized florets.
Step 3
In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Step 4
Spread the seasoned cauliflower florets in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Step 5
Roast the cauliflower in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and tender, turning halfway through.
Step 6
While the cauliflower is roasting, prepare the tahini sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, water, and minced garlic until smooth and creamy. Adjust the water quantity as needed to reach your desired consistency.
Step 7
Once the cauliflower is roasted, transfer it to a serving dish.
Step 8
Drizzle the tahini sauce over the warm cauliflower.
Step 9
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for an added layer of flavor and freshness.
Step 10
Serve immediately as a side dish or light meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1099.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1438.2 |
| Total Fat 117.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2622.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 66.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 24.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.0g | |
| Protein 43.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 9469.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 42862.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2423.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories