Appetizers

Spicy Tahini Roasted Cauliflower Bowl

Roasted cauliflower served over rice with a creamy spicy tahini sauce for a filling, flavorful bowl.

Prep10 mins
Cook25 mins
Total35 mins
Serves2

Recipe by Chef Ahmed. Updated 2026-07-01.

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Spicy Tahini Roasted Cauliflower Bowl

At a Glance

Spicy Tahini Roasted Cauliflower Bowl is a 35-minute appetizers recipe for 2 servings, built around small cauliflower, cut into florets, olive oil, paprika, cumin.

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Appetizers
Total time
35 minutes
Servings
2
Key ingredients
small cauliflower, cut into florets, olive oil, paprika, cumin

Ingredients

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  • 1 piece small cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1.5 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp cumin
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 2 tbsp tahini
  • 1 tsp hot sauce
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Choose a firm cauliflower head. Cut into small, even florets.
  2. Toss cauliflower with olive oil, paprika, cumin, and salt.
  3. Roast for 22–25 minutes until browned and tender.
  4. Whisk tahini, hot sauce, lemon juice, and water until smooth.
  5. Spoon rice into bowls and top with roasted cauliflower.
  6. Drizzle with spicy tahini and finish with parsley.

Nutrition Estimate

295 calories
5g protein
26g carbs
19g fat

Nutrition values are estimates for home cooking guidance and may vary by ingredient brand, weight, and cooking method.

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