A deliciously healthy twist on traditional shawarma, featuring roasted cauliflower and chickpeas served in a bowl with a creamy tahini drizzle.
Author:Nada
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Roasting
Cuisine:Middle Eastern
Diet:Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
1 head of cauliflower, cut into florets
1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
4 cups cooked quinoa or rice
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cucumber, diced
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup tahini
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Water to thin tahini
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets and chickpeas with olive oil, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
Spread the mixture on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the cauliflower is golden and tender.
While the vegetables are roasting, prepare the tahini drizzle by whisking together tahini, lemon juice, and enough water to reach desired consistency.
Once the cauliflower and chickpeas are done, assemble the bowls by placing quinoa or rice at the bottom, topped with roasted vegetables, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
Drizzle with tahini sauce before serving.
Notes
Feel free to add your favorite toppings such as avocado or fresh herbs.
This dish can be served warm or cold.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.