Roasted Cauliflower, Freekeh and Garlicky Tahini Sauce

Name: Roasted Cauliflower, Freekeh and Garlicky Tahini Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1 large, tightly packed head of cauliflower, sliced into bite-sized florets; 2 to 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; ¼ cup slivered or sliced almonds; 1 ¼ cups cracked freekeh*; 2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon cumin; ¼ teaspoon coriander; 3 cups plus 2 tablespoons (25 ounces) vegetable stock and/or water; ⅓ cup tahini; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; Generous pinch of red pepper flakes; Scant ⅓ cup water; Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; Handful fresh parsley and/or cilantro leaves, chopped; Crumbled feta (optional, omit for a vegan dish); Small handful raisins; Sprinkling of sesame seeds

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:30min

Healthy Middle Eastern-inspired meal featuring roasted cauliflower, cracked freekeh, garlicky tahini sauce, fresh parsley and raisins. Easily made vegan. Recipe yields two large servings or up to four smaller servings.

Updated at: Sun, 02 Mar 2025 00:57:17 GMT