Description
These Cauliflower Shawarma Bowls are a delicious and healthy meal option inspired by Middle Eastern flavors. Roasted cauliflower, paired with quinoa, fresh vegetables, and flavorful tahini sauce, create a satisfying vegan dish that is perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice
- 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
- 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup hummus
- 2 tablespoons tahini sauce or dressing
- lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Roast Cauliflower: Toss cauliflower with olive oil, spices, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25–30 minutes until golden and tender.
- Prepare Bowl: Divide quinoa or rice into serving bowls. Top with roasted cauliflower, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.
- Add Dressings: Add a dollop of hummus and drizzle with tahini sauce.
- Serve: Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- You can substitute quinoa with brown rice, couscous, or cauliflower rice.
- Add pickled onions or feta for extra flavor.
- This recipe is great for meal prep and can be enjoyed warm or cold.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
