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Moroccan Cauliflower with Tahini-Honey

Delicious Moroccan Cauliflower with Tahini-Honey Bliss

Moroccan Cauliflower with Tahini-Honey is a flavorful, healthy side dish that brings the aromas of Marrakesh to your kitchen.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Side Dishes
Cuisine Moroccan
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • skillet

Ingredients
  

For the Cauliflower

  • 1 large head cauliflower cut into florets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for roasting
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika or sweet paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

For the Tahini-Honey Sauce

  • ½ cup tahini
  • ⅓ cup runny honey
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic finely grated or minced
  • ¼ cup warm water to desired consistency
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt

For Finishing and Serving

  • ¼ cup toasted sliced almonds or chopped pistachios
  • ¼ cup golden raisins or chopped Medjool dates
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
  • 1 teaspoon zest of ½ lemon optional
  • ¼ cup pomegranate seeds optional
  • extra tablespoons honey for drizzling
  • extra tablespoons olive oil for drizzling

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
  • Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Cut the cauliflower into medium florets and pat dry.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil and spices to create a spice oil.
  • Toss the cauliflower florets in the spice oil until well coated.
  • Spread cauliflower in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  • Roast the cauliflower for 20-25 minutes until tender and golden brown.
  • While roasting, mix tahini, honey, lemon juice, garlic, and salt to make the sauce.
  • Gradually add warm water to reach the desired creamy consistency.
  • Toast sliced almonds or pistachios in a skillet over medium heat for 2-4 minutes.
  • Chop herbs, zest a lemon, and prepare any pomegranate seeds for topping.
  • Once roasted, transfer cauliflower to a serving platter and drizzle with tahini-honey sauce.
  • Sprinkle toppings over the cauliflower and finish with extra honey and olive oil if desired.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

For best results, ensure your cauliflower is fresh and properly dried before roasting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 10mg
Keyword cauliflower, Healthy, Honey, Spicy, tahini, Vegetarian
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