Description
Roasted Cauliflower Hummus Bowls are a delightful blend of creamy roasted cauliflower and chickpeas, enhanced with zesty lemon and garlic. This vibrant dish is served over fresh greens or whole grains, making it a nutritious choice for lunch or dinner. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, these bowls are perfect for busy weeknights or as an impressive centerpiece at gatherings. Enjoy each bite as you transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 can (15 oz) organic chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp pine nuts or sesame seeds, toasted
- Fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro), chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss cauliflower florets in olive oil, salt, and pepper until well-coated. Spread on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast cauliflower for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and tender.
- In a food processor, blend the roasted cauliflower (reserve some for garnish), chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and olive oil until smooth. Add water if needed to reach desired consistency.
- Spoon hummus into bowls and top with reserved cauliflower florets. Garnish with toasted pine nuts or sesame seeds and fresh herbs.
- Drizzle with olive oil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg