Roasted Cauliflower With Turmeric Tahini (Printable Version)
Golden spiced cauliflower florets roasted until crispy, topped with a creamy zesty turmeric tahini drizzle.
# Ingredient List:
→ For the Roasted Cauliflower
01 - 1 large head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
02 - 3 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp ground cumin
04 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
05 - ½ tsp ground turmeric
06 - ½ tsp garlic powder
07 - ½ tsp salt
08 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ For the Turmeric Tahini Sauce
09 - ⅓ cup tahini (sesame seed paste)
10 - 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
11 - 2 tbsp water (more as needed for thinning)
12 - ½ tsp ground turmeric
13 - 1 clove garlic, minced
14 - ¼ tsp salt
15 - 1 tsp maple syrup or honey (optional, for balance)
→ Garnish
16 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
17 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
18 - Lemon wedges (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss cauliflower florets with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, turmeric, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well coated.
03 - Spread cauliflower in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy at the edges.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, water, turmeric, minced garlic, salt, and maple syrup or honey (if using). Add more water, 1 tsp at a time, to reach a smooth, pourable consistency.
05 - Transfer roasted cauliflower to a serving platter. Drizzle generously with turmeric tahini sauce. Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro, toasted sesame seeds, and lemon wedges if desired. Serve warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The tahini sauce transforms simple cauliflower into something restaurant worthy
- Its one of those dishes that looks impressive but comes together in under an hour
02 -
- Don't overcrowd the baking sheet or the cauliflower will steam instead of roast
- The tahini sauce might seize up at first but keep whisking and it'll turn silky smooth
03 -
- Cut the florets uniform size so they roast evenly
- Leftovers reheat beautifully at 350°F for 10 minutes