Cauliflower Shawarma Bowls (Gluten Free)
A vibrant, nutrient-dense Mediterranean bowl featuring roasted spiced cauliflower, crispy chickpeas, and a creamy herb-infused green tahini sauce over fluffy basmati rice.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 35 min
- Total Time: 50 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern Inspired
- Diet: Vegan, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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1 Tbsp. curry powder
2 tsp. paprika
1 tsp. ground cumin
1 tsp. kosher salt
1/2 tsp. black pepper
3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 large head cauliflower, chopped into florets
1 (15-oz.) can chickpeas, rinsed, drained, and patted dry
2 cups cooked white basmati rice
Optional: sliced cucumber and cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves
1/4 cup tahini
2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1/2 tsp. minced fresh garlic
1/4 tsp. ground cumin
1/4 tsp. each kosher salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- In a small bowl, combine curry powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Spread cauliflower and chickpeas on separate rimmed baking sheets.
- Toss cauliflower with 2 Tbsp. oil and chickpeas with 1 Tbsp. oil.
- Season chickpeas with 1 Tbsp. of the spice mix; use the remainder for the cauliflower.
- Roast for 30 minutes, tossing halfway through. Let cauliflower roast 5-10 minutes longer for extra char.
- Blend cilantro, parsley, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, salt, pepper, and 1/3 cup warm water until smooth.
- Assemble bowls with rice, roasted veggies, fresh toppings, and a drizzle of sauce.
Notes
- Ensure chickpeas are very dry before roasting for maximum crispiness.
- Store sauce and roasted components separately to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 402 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 880 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 46 g
- Fiber: 9 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg