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Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini and Za'atar

Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini and Za'atar

Prep time: 50 minServes: 4

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Whole roasted cauliflower with tahini and za'atar — a show-stopper that wants a medium white or dry rosé.

Ingredients

  • 1 large cauliflower head
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp za'atar
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt
  • Tahini dressing: 3 tbsp tahini, 2 tbsp lemon juice, garlic, water
  • Pomegranate seeds, parsley, toasted pine nuts

Method

  1. 11. Boil the whole cauliflower in salted water for 8 minutes. Drain.
  2. 22. Rub with olive oil, za'atar, cumin and salt.
  3. 33. Roast at 200°C for 35–40 minutes until golden and crispy.
  4. 44. Tahini dressing: Whisk tahini, lemon and garlic. Thin with water.
  5. 55. Place the cauliflower on a platter, drizzle tahini, scatter pomegranate, parsley and pine nuts.