Roasted Cauliflower With Lemon Lentil (Printable)

Golden cauliflower meets zesty lentils and creamy tahini yogurt in this vibrant Middle Eastern-inspired vegetarian bowl.

# What You'll Need:

→ Roasted Cauliflower

01 - 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
04 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Lemon Lentils

06 - 1 cup green or brown lentils, rinsed
07 - 3 cups water
08 - 1 bay leaf
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - Zest and juice of 1 lemon
11 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
12 - 1 small red onion, finely diced
13 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

→ Cumin Tahini Yogurt

14 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt or dairy-free alternative
15 - 2 tablespoons tahini
16 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
17 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
18 - 1 garlic clove, finely grated
19 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Garnish

20 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
21 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
22 - Lemon wedges

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Toss cauliflower florets with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
02 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown and tender.
03 - Combine lentils, water, bay leaf, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer uncovered for 18 to 20 minutes until lentils are tender but not mushy. Drain and discard bay leaf.
04 - While lentils are warm, stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, diced red onion, and parsley. Adjust seasoning to taste.
05 - Whisk together Greek yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, cumin, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
06 - Spread lemon lentils over a serving platter. Arrange roasted cauliflower on top. Drizzle generously with cumin tahini yogurt. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and fresh herbs. Serve with lemon wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Gut-Healthy: Packed with prebiotic-rich cauliflower and probiotic-friendly Greek yogurt.
  • Gluten-Free & Vegetarian: A naturally inclusive main dish suitable for many dietary needs.
  • Complex Flavors: Earthy cumin, nutty tahini, and zesty lemon create a sophisticated profile with simple ingredients.
02 -
  • Rinse Well: Always rinse your lentils under cold water before cooking to remove any debris or dust.
  • Whisking Tahini: If the tahini yogurt becomes too thick, add a teaspoon of water at a time until the desired drizzling consistency is reached.
  • Garlic Prep: Grating the garlic into the yogurt provides a more uniform flavor than mincing.
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