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Marvelous Mediterranean Cauliflower
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Marvelous Mediterranean Cauliflower

Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes
Calories

300

kcal

TOOLS and EQUIPMENT
Mixing Bowls
Measuring Cups and Spoons
Baking Pan
Oven
Whisk

Ingredients

  • 2 heads of cauliflower, cored and cut into florets

  • 2 Tbsp olive oil

  • 1/8 tsp garlic powder

  • salt to taste

  • 2 Tbsp tahini (sesame seed paste)

  • 1/4 cup raisins

  • 1/4 cup dried currants or blueberries, soak in warm water for a minimum of 5 minutes for improved texture

  • 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted (use pumpkin seeds for a nut-free option)

  • 2 Tbsp (or a handful) parsley, chopped

Directions

  • Pre-heat oven at 450F – 475F.
  • In a large mixing bowl, toss cauliflower in olive oil, garlic powder and salt.
  • Place evenly on a greased baking pan.
  • Roast until tender and browned on edges (30 – 35 minutes).
  • While the cauliflower is roasting, warm the tahini over a low flame. Whisk occasionally.
  • When cauliflower is done, transfer carefully to a serving bowl.
  • Drizzle warm tahini over cauliflower.
  • Sprinkle in the dried fruit, pine nuts and parsley.  
  • Toss gently. 
  • Garnish with extra parsley. 
  • Serve warm and enjoy!