Description
Cauliflower Shawarma Bowls are a vibrant and nutritious meal perfect for any day of the week. Featuring roasted cauliflower and crispy chickpeas, these bowls are drizzled with a zesty Green Tahini Sauce that ties all the flavors together. This dish is not only vegan and gluten-free but also ideal for meal prep, making it easy to enjoy healthy lunches or quick dinners. The blend of spices adds a depth of flavor that will satisfy both plant-based enthusiasts and meat lovers alike. Customize your bowls with various toppings or grains to fit your preferences, making each serving unique!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head cauliflower, chopped into florets
- 1 (15-oz) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 3 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 Tbsp curry powder
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ cup tahini
- Fresh herbs (cilantro and parsley)
- Cooked rice (or grain of choice)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Mix spices in a bowl and toss cauliflower florets with 2 Tbsp olive oil and half the spice mix; repeat with chickpeas using remaining oil and spice.
- Spread cauliflower on one baking sheet and chickpeas on another. Roast for 30 minutes, shaking the chickpeas halfway through.
- While roasting, blend tahini sauce ingredients until smooth; adjust consistency with warm water if needed.
- Assemble bowls by placing rice at the bottom, topped with roasted veggies and drizzled sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 500g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg