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Cauliflower Shawarma Bowls

Delicious Cauliflower Shawarma Bowls for Easy Meal Prep

Enjoy flavorful and nutritious Cauliflower Shawarma Bowls perfect for meal prep and busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Roasted Vegetables
  • 1 medium cauliflower cut into florets
  • 1 can chickpeas rinsed and drained
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
For the Base
  • 2 cups cooked white basmati rice
For the Green Tahini Sauce
  • ½ cup tahini
  • 1 medium fresh lemon juice from about 1 lemon
  • 1 clove minced fresh garlic
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro for garnish
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Blender
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine curry powder, paprika, ground cumin, kosher salt, and black pepper. Stir well until evenly blended.
  3. Cut the cauliflower into florets and toss with olive oil and half of the spice mix. Spread on a baking sheet.
  4. Rinse and drain chickpeas, then mix with olive oil and the remaining spice mix. Spread on a separate baking sheet.
  5. Roast both baking sheets in the oven for about 30-40 minutes, shaking the chickpeas after 15 minutes and tossing the cauliflower halfway.
  6. Blend tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt with warm water until creamy.
  7. Assemble bowls starting with rice, topped with roasted cauliflower, chickpeas, and tahini sauce.
  8. Garnish with cilantro and parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

All components can be stored separately for up to 3 days. Add sauce just before serving for best flavor.

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