Roasted cauliflower gets a vibrant makeover with garlic tahini and chimichurri, making it a standout dish. This recipe adds a fresh twist to this often-overlooked vegetable.

roasted cauliflower with garlic tahini, chimichurri, and dill

Inspired by a popular dish, this roasted cauliflower features a garlicky tahini base and flavorful chimichurri with capers. A sprinkle of fresh dill adds a finishing touch.

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roasted cauliflower with garlic tahini, chimichurri, and dill

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Ingredients

For the cauliflower:

  • 1 head cauliflower
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

For the chimichurri:

  • 1 cup cilantro
  • 1 cup parsley
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 2 tablespoons preserved lemon (rind only), chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup white wine vinegar
  • 1/2 cup of currants soaked in water (soak in hot water for 30 minutes and strain)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

For the tahini:

  • 1 cup raw tahini
  • 1 grated garlic clove
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup ice water
  • Kosher salt to taste

To garnish:

  • Fried capers (rinse and dry, heat oil in a pot, and fry until golden)
  • Fresh dill

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 450°F.

2. Cut the cauliflower into florets, coating them with olive oil and kosher salt. Roast for 15 to 17 minutes, until golden brown.

3. For the chimichurri, blend cilantro, parsley, garlic, and preserved lemon. Gradually add the olive oil, then mix in the currants and vinegar once blended.

4. Prepare the tahini sauce in a bowl, then spread it on a serving dish.

5. Top the tahini with the roasted cauliflower, drizzle with chimichurri, and finish with fried capers and fresh dill.

Comments (6)

  1. afra says: June 16, 2020 at 1:49 pm

    Lovely! I used jarred tahini mixed with local low-fat quark, and my chimichurri with parsley was bitter. I tried it again with only coriander, which was delicious. Thanks!

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  2. Suruchi Avasthi says: July 17, 2020 at 11:28 am

    I've been experimenting with this recipe for two weeks, and it's fantastic! A fun way to elevate cauliflower!

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  3. Waneeta says: August 18, 2020 at 9:37 pm

    Is that a cup of wine vinegar? I see a question mark instead of a number.

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  4. paula rothman says: April 24, 2022 at 1:53 pm

    ? white vinegar. What does that mean? No amount given!

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  5. Shanna says: May 26, 2025 at 6:39 pm

    Oh. My. God. Can I bathe in this cauliflower?! The creamy-tart combination is irresistible!

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