Roasted Cauliflower with Creamy Tahini Drizzle

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

This oven-roasted cauliflower with tahini sauce recipe is a flavorful and nutritious dish that fits perfectly into Mediterranean diet recipes. It’s an easy dinner recipe that can be served as a main or side dish.

Roasting brings out the natural sweetness of the cauliflower, while the tahini sauce adds a creamy and nutty flavor, making this dish both satisfying and delicious.

Simple Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini Sauce

Oven-roasted cauliflower is seasoned and cooked until golden brown, then drizzled with a rich tahini sauce. This recipe takes about 30 minutes and serves 4 people, making it a great choice for an easy weeknight meal.

Ingredients

1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup tahini
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons water (adjust for consistency)
Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Prepare the Cauliflower: In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Roast the Cauliflower: Spread the seasoned cauliflower on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the cauliflower is tender.
Make the Tahini Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, and water until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more water if needed. Season with salt to taste.

Serve: Once the cauliflower is roasted, transfer to a serving dish and drizzle with tahini sauce. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and enjoy immediately.