Description
Cauliflower Shawarma Bowls are a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings the warmth of Middle Eastern flavors to your table. Featuring roasted cauliflower and crispy chickpeas, this vegan and gluten-free recipe is elevated by a luscious Green Tahini Sauce. Perfect for meal prep or an easy weeknight dinner, these bowls offer a delightful combination of textures and tastes that will satisfy your cravings while keeping you healthy. Customize with your choice of grains and toppings for a personalized touch every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head cauliflower, chopped into florets
- 1 (15-oz.) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 2 cups cooked white basmati rice (or grain of choice)
- 1/2 cup tahini
- Fresh herbs: cilantro and parsley
- Spices: curry powder, paprika, ground cumin, kosher salt, black pepper
- Olive oil
- Optional toppings: cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Combine spices in a bowl and toss cauliflower with olive oil and half the spice mixture.
- Spread cauliflower on one baking sheet; coat chickpeas with olive oil and remaining spices on another.
- Roast both sheets for 30 minutes, shaking halfway through until golden brown.
- Blend tahini sauce ingredients with warm water until smooth.
- Assemble bowls by layering rice, roasted vegetables, optional toppings, and drizzling with tahini sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg