Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Cauliflower Shawarma Bowls, a delightful vegan and gluten-free dish loaded with crispy chickpeas, roasted cauliflower, and a luscious Green Tahini Sauce. Ideal for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner, these bowls feature a unique blend of spices that enhance the natural sweetness of the roasted vegetables. Each bite is brightened by fresh herbs, making this meal both satisfying and nourishing. Customize your bowls with your favorite toppings for a deliciously wholesome experience that’s as easy to make as it is to enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head cauliflower
- 1 (15-oz.) can chickpeas
- 2 cups cooked white basmati rice (or grain of choice)
- Green Tahini Sauce: tahini, fresh cilantro and parsley, lemon juice, garlic
- Spices: curry powder, paprika, cumin, kosher salt, black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Combine curry powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Toss cauliflower florets with olive oil and half the spice mixture. Spread on a baking sheet.
- Toss chickpeas with remaining olive oil and spice mixture; spread on another baking sheet.
- Roast both sheets for 30 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- While roasting, blend Green Tahini Sauce ingredients until smooth.
- Assemble bowls with rice at the base topped with roasted cauliflower and chickpeas. Drizzle with tahini sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 18g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg