Cauliflower Shawarma Bowls
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Cauliflower Shawarma Bowls, a delightful vegan dish that combines roasted cauliflower, crispy chickpeas, and a creamy Green Tahini Sauce. Perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe transforms the traditional shawarma experience by highlighting cauliflower as the star ingredient. Each bowl is packed with nutrients and can be easily customized with your favorite grains and toppings, ensuring a deliciously satisfying meal for everyone.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 large head cauliflower, chopped into florets
- 1 (15-oz.) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 3 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cups cooked white basmati rice (or grain of choice)
- 1 Tbsp curry powder
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- For Green Tahini Sauce: 1/4 cup tahini, 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1/2 tsp minced fresh garlic, 1/4 tsp ground cumin, 1/4 tsp each kosher salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, mix spices. Toss cauliflower florets with 2 Tbsp olive oil and half the spice mixture. On another baking sheet, toss chickpeas with 1 Tbsp olive oil and remaining spices.
- Roast both sheets in the oven for 30 minutes; shake chickpeas halfway through. Remove when crispy.
- Meanwhile, blend tahini sauce ingredients until smooth.
- Assemble bowls with rice, roasted vegetables, and drizzle with tahini sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 400g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 569mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 74g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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