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Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Lemon Dijon Rub, Tahini Sauce and Herb Salsa
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Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Lemon Dijon Rub, Tahini Sauce and Herb Salsa

1 h 15 minServes 4Nutri-Score B€€
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Ingredients

4 people
  • cauliflower (whole head, leaves trimmed, core intact)Produce1 piece
  • olive oil (for the rub)Pantry45 ml
  • Dijon mustardPantry20 g
  • lemon (zested and juiced)Produce1 piece
  • garlic (cloves, minced)Produce2 pieces
  • saltSpices6 g
  • black pepper (freshly ground)Spices1 g
  • tahiniPantry60 g
  • water (cold, to thin the sauce)Other60 ml
  • parsley (finely chopped)Produce20 g
  • cilantro (finely chopped)Produce10 g
  • mint (finely chopped)Produce5 g

per serving

Nutrition

202kcal

Carbs
11 g
Proteins
4 g
Fat
16 g
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Tools

  • Stockpot
  • Baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Pastry brush

step by step

Method

  1. Boil the cauliflower

    • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
    • Lower in the whole cauliflower and boil until a knife slides in easily.
    Step 1
  2. Make the lemon Dijon rub

    • Whisk the olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper in a bowl.
    Step 2
  3. Roast the cauliflower

    • Preheat the oven to 200 °C.
    • Drain the cauliflower well and place it in a baking dish.
    • Brush it all over with the lemon Dijon rub.
    • Roast until deeply golden and tender.
    Step 3
  4. Make the tahini sauce

    • Stir the tahini with the cold water and a pinch of salt until smooth and pourable.
    • Add a little lemon juice to taste.
    Step 4
  5. Make the herb salsa

    • Mix the parsley, cilantro and mint with a splash of olive oil and lemon juice.
    Step 5
  6. Serve

    • Slather the roasted cauliflower with the tahini sauce.
    • Top with the herb salsa and serve warm.
    Step 6