Description
A show-stopping whole roasted cauliflower, tender on the inside and golden-brown on the outside. It’s generously topped with a vibrant cilantro chimichurri, creamy tahini, and crunchy pistachios.
Ingredients
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- 1 large bunch cilantro (about 3 cups / 710ml chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.2ml) chili flakes
- 1/4 cup (59ml) apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup (118ml) olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) sea salt
- 1 whole cauliflower
- kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
- 1 to 2 tablespoons (15-30ml) tahini
- 1/4 cup (59ml) chopped shelled pistachios
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) black sesame seeds
- 1 handful fresh chives
- 1 handful fresh cilantro
Instructions
For the Chimichurri
- Place cilantro and garlic in a food processor. Pulse several times until well chopped. Transfer to a separate bowl or jar.
- Add chili flakes, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and sea salt.
- Stir until well incorporated. This can be made up to a day in advance.
For the Cauliflower
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash the cauliflower, then trim any exterior leaves.
- Find a pot large enough to fit the whole head of cauliflower. Fill it with 4-6 inches of fresh water. Over high heat, bring to a boil.
- Place the cauliflower into the boiling water. Cook for five minutes.
- Remove from the pot and place on a baking sheet.
- Using a sharp knife, make a 2 inch (5 cm) deep cross across the center of the cauliflower.
- Drizzle the cauliflower with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with kosher salt.
- Place in the oven and cook for 30 minutes, or until golden around the edges.
- Remove from heat.
To Serve
- Add a heavy drizzle of the Chimichurri over the Cauliflower.
- Drizzle the tahini over the Chimichurri, then sprinkle with pistachios, sesame seeds, chives, and cilantro.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- The Chimichurri can be prepared up to a day in advance for convenience.
- Make sure to blanch the cauliflower in boiling water for exactly five minutes before roasting.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and make a 2 inch (5 cm) deep cross-cut in the cauliflower to ensure even cooking.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern-inspired
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 28
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 24
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 8
- Protein: 9