Description
Transform humble cauliflower into a showstopper with this Moroccan Cauliflower with Tahini Honey recipe. Experience a vibrant blend of spices and a creamy tahini-honey drizzle that creates an unforgettable sweet and savory balance.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of cauliflower
- 2–3 tablespoons good quality olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- a tiny pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
- salt to taste
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup/agave nectar)
- 1–2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- warm water (as needed)
- a pinch of salt
- fresh parsley or cilantro (for garnish)
- toasted sesame seeds or slivered almonds (for garnish)
- pomegranate arils (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Remove any outer leaves from the cauliflower, trim the bottom stem, and cut it into uniform, bite-sized florets, about 1 to 1.5 inches in size. Rinse and pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cauliflower florets with olive oil. Toss to coat. Add the Moroccan spices: cumin, coriander, turmeric, smoked paprika, ginger, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Toss again until the cauliflower is evenly coated.
- Spread the spiced cauliflower florets in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Roast for 20-30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until tender and browned.
- While the cauliflower is roasting, whisk together tahini, honey (or alternative), lemon juice, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Gradually add warm water until the sauce reaches a drizzling consistency.
- Once the cauliflower is roasted, transfer it to a serving platter. Drizzle with the tahini honey sauce and garnish with parsley or cilantro, sesame seeds, almonds, and pomegranate arils if desired. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: For best results, do not overcrowd the pan while roasting. Adjust spice levels to your taste, and consider making the tahini honey sauce ahead of time. This dish pairs well with grains like couscous or quinoa.