Description
This Cauliflower Shawarma Bowl is a vibrant, spiced, and healthy plant-based meal featuring roasted cauliflower, fresh veggies, rice or greens, and a creamy tahini drizzle. It’s satisfying, customizable, and perfect for meal prep or a quick dinner.
Ingredients
1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups cooked rice or greens
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup cucumber, diced
1/4 cup pickled red onions
1/4 cup hummus (optional)
2 tablespoons tahini
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Water to thin tahini sauce
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil and all the spices until evenly coated.
2. Spread the seasoned cauliflower on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through, until the edges are crispy and golden.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, and a splash of water until smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency with more water as needed.
4. In serving bowls, layer rice or greens as the base. Top with roasted cauliflower, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, pickled onions, and a dollop of hummus if using. Drizzle with tahini sauce.
Notes
Always roast the cauliflower on a single layer for even crispiness.
Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best tahini sauce flavor.
The bowl works great both warm and cold, ideal for lunch boxes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasted
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cauliflower bowl, vegetarian shawarma, healthy dinner