Spiced Harissa Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini Drizzle

Name: Spiced Harissa Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini Drizzle
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: North African
Ingredients: 1 medium head cauliflower; 3 tablespoons harissa paste; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 4 tablespoons tahini; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 cloves garlic; 2 tablespoons water; 0.5 teaspoon sea salt; 0.25 teaspoon black pepper; 0.25 cup cilantro; 0.25 cup pomegranate seeds

A vibrant North African-inspired vegetarian dish featuring crispy roasted cauliflower florets coated in harissa paste, served with a creamy tahini sauce and fresh herbs for a bold, flavorful side or light main course.

Prep: 15mCook: 30mTotal: 45m4 servingsEasyNorth Africanside dish

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Ingredients

cauliflower1 medium head
harissa paste3 tablespoons
olive oil3 tablespoons
tahini4 tablespoons
lemon juice3 tablespoons
garlic2 cloves
water2 tablespoons
sea salt0.5 teaspoon
black pepper0.25 teaspoon
cilantro0.25 cup
pomegranate seeds0.25 cup

Nutrition

240

Calories (kcal)

Protein (g)

Carbs (g)

Fat (g)

Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
Pat cauliflower florets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
3
In a small bowl, whisk together harissa paste and olive oil until well combined.
4
Toss cauliflower florets with harissa-oil mixture, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated.
5
Spread cauliflower in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
6
Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until florets are golden and crispy at the edges.
7
While cauliflower roasts, prepare the tahini sauce by whisking tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, water, salt, and pepper until smooth and drizzle-able.
8
Transfer roasted cauliflower to a serving platter.
9
Drizzle generously with tahini sauce and sprinkle with fresh cilantro and pomegranate seeds.
10
Serve immediately while warm.

Tips

•
Cut cauliflower into uniform florets for even cooking
•
Toss halfway through roasting for maximum crispiness
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Make tahini sauce thinner by adding more lemon juice if preferred
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Harissa paste can be adjusted based on your spice tolerance
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Best served immediately while cauliflower is still warm and crispy