
Roasted Cauliflower & Chickpea Salad with Tahini Dressing
A hearty and flavorful vegan salad with spiced roasted cauliflower, chickpeas, and a creamy lemon-tahini dressing.
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
20-25 minutes
Servings
3
Vegan Friendly
Ingredients
- Cauliflower: 1 medium head, cut into florets
- Chickpeas: 1 can (15 oz), rinsed and drained
- Olive Oil: 2 tbsp (for roasting)
- Cumin Powder: 1 tsp (for roasting)
- Smoked Paprika: 1/2 tsp (for roasting)
- Salt: to taste (for roasting)
- Black Pepper: to taste (for roasting)
- Mixed Greens: 4 cups (optional, for serving)
- Fresh Parsley: 1/4 cup, chopped (for garnish)
↳ Dressing
- Tahini: 1/4 cup
- Lemon Juice: 2 tbsp, fresh
- Garlic: 1 clove, minced
- Water: 2-4 tbsp, to thin
- Salt: to taste
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- On a large baking sheet, toss cauliflower florets and chickpeas with olive oil, cumin powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until cauliflower is tender and slightly charred.
- While vegetables roast, prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Gradually add water, whisking until smooth and desired consistency is reached. Season with salt.
- If using mixed greens, arrange them on serving plates or in a bowl.
- Top with the roasted cauliflower and chickpeas.
- Drizzle generously with tahini dressing and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the roasting spices for heat.