Moroccan Cauliflower with Tahini-Honey: A Flavorful 5-Ingredient Dish
A roasted cauliflower dish with harissa, tahini,honey, and lemon for a flavorful, Moroccan-inspired side or light main course.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 40 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4
Calories 250 kcal
- 4 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil divided
- 3/4 tsp. kosher salt divided
- 4 tablespoons of mild harissa separated (like the Mina brand).
- 1 large head cauliflower trimmed and cut into florets (about 7 to 8 cups)
- 2 Tbsp. tahini
- 1 Tbsp. honey
- 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice divided
- 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish optional
Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Prepare the cauliflower: In a large mixing bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of harissa, 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt, and the black pepper.
Roast the cauliflower: Spread the cauliflower evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the cauliflower is golden and crispy on the edges.
Make the tahini-honey sauce: While the cauliflower is roasting, whisk together the tahini, honey, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, the remaining 2 tablespoons of harissa, and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Add 1-2 tablespoons of water if the sauce is too thick, until it reaches a drizzling consistency.
Assemble the dish: Once the cauliflower is done roasting, drizzle it with the tahini-honey sauce and sprinkle the remaining lemon juice over the top. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, if desired, for a burst of color and flavor.
Keyword Moroccan cauliflower