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Cauliflower Shawarma
Unlock the flavours of the Middle East with this vibrant Cauliflower Shawarma recipe. Perfect for vegetarians and anyone looking to add a twist to their meals, this dish combines spices, vegetables, and tahini sauce for a delightful experience.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 246 kcal
Course:
Main Course , Dinner
Cuisine:
Middle Eastern , Turkish
Ingredients
- 1 cauliflower cut into florets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 4 pita breads
- 1 red onion thinly sliced
- 1 cucumber thinly sliced
- 1 tomato diced
- 4 tbsp Tahini sauce
- parsley
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, ground turmeric, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Add the cauliflower florets to the bowl and toss them in the spice mixture until they are well coated. Let them marinate for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan) or gas mark 6.
- Spread the marinated cauliflower florets on a baking tray and roast them in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until they are tender and slightly crispy.
- While the cauliflower is roasting, warm the pita breads in the oven for a few minutes.
- To assemble, spread a generous tablespoon of tahini sauce on each warm pita bread.
- Top with the roasted cauliflower, sliced red onion, cucumber, and diced tomato.
- Garnish with fresh parsley leaves.
- Serve your delicious Cauliflower Shawarma immediately.
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Notes
- You can customize your shawarma by adding your favourite toppings like pickles, hot sauce, or hummus.
- Feel free to adjust the spice level to your preference by adding more or less paprika and ground turmeric.
- Nutritional facts:
- The provision of nutritional information is done so merely as a courtesy and should not be taken as a guarantee.
Nutrition Information
Calories
246kcal
(12%)
Carbohydrates
37g
(12%)
Protein
6g
(12%)
Fat
8g
(12%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
306mg
(13%)
Potassium
305mg
(9%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
336IU
(7%)
Vitamin C
10mg
(11%)
Calcium
77mg
(8%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 246
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 246kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 306mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 305mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 336IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 77mg | 8% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.