Description
Warm Tahini Roasted Cauliflower Pita is a delightful dish that combines the nutty richness of tahini with the sweet, caramelized flavor of roasted cauliflower. Encased in soft whole wheat pita, this recipe bursts with vibrant colors and fresh herbs, making it an excellent choice for casual weeknight dinners or impressive gatherings. Each bite offers a perfect balance of textures and flavors, guaranteed to leave everyone asking for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4 whole wheat pita breads
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss cauliflower florets in olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper until well-coated.
- Spread the cauliflower evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until golden brown, flipping halfway through.
- In a bowl, whisk tahini, lemon juice, water (to thin), salt, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Once roasted, fill each pita with cauliflower and drizzle with tahini sauce. Top with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pita (150g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg