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When it comes to vegetables, cauliflower often gets less love than it deserves. But wait until you try this whole roasted cauliflower with tahini butter sauce! This recipe is the perfect combination of simplicity, health, and downright deliciousness, proving once and for all that healthy food can pack a punch without sacrificing taste.

Why Whole Roasted Cauliflower?

Roasting a whole head of cauliflower is more than just a fun way to enjoy cauliflower. It locks in moisture and gives the veggie a tender, buttery texture paired with slightly crispy edges that are nothing short of addictive. Plus, it’s a fantastically visual dish, turning an ordinary veggie into a centerpiece.

The Star of the Show: Tahini Butter Sauce

Tahini—sesame seed paste with an irresistible nutty flavor—and butter might sound like an unusual team, but when you combine them, magic happens. This sauce is rich, creamy, and has a subtle earthiness that complements the mild sweetness of roasted cauliflower beautifully.

Here’s what the sauce brings to the table:

Creamy richness without the need for heavy cream.
A slightly nutty flavor that adds depth.
A bit of heat from chili flakes or smoked paprika if you’re feeling adventurous.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

It’s ridiculously easy but looks like you spent hours.
Vegetarian, gluten-free, and packed with fiber and vitamins.
The tahini butter sauce adds creaminess without the usual heavy calories.
It’s perfect for meal prep, holiday dinners, or those nights when you want to treat yourself minus the guilt.

So next time you’re in the mood for something comforting but light, grab a cauliflower and whip up this whole roasted masterpiece. Your taste buds—and your body—will thank you!

P.S. Don’t be shy about experimenting—try adding your favorite spices or swap butter for a plant-based alternative to keep it vegan. The sky’s the limit when it comes to health-conscious deliciousness!

Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini Butter Sauce

Yield: 4

Author: The Skinny Fork (Amanda Plott)

Prep time: 5 MinCook time: 53 MinTotal time: 58 Min

Turmeric roasted cauliflower with a creamy tahini richness without the need for heavy cream, and a slightly nutty flavor that adds depth.

Ingredients

1 Whole Head Cauliflower
2 Tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 Tsp. Turmeric
1 Tsp. Cumin
Optional Toppings: Flake Salt, Crushed Pistachios

Tahini Butter Sauce

2 Tbsp. Butter, Softened
1 Tbsp. Tahini
1 Tsp. Miso Paste

Instructions

Line a baking sheet with foil, parchment, or a non-stick baking mat and a wire rack; set aside. Fill a large pot with 3 inches of water and bring it to a boil. Rinse and trim your cauliflower, then once the water is boiling, lower the cauliflower into the pot. Cover and reduce heat to simmer for about 8 minutes.
Once done, remove the cauliflower to the prepared baking sheet and allow to cool for 15 minutes or up to two hours ahead of time.
When ready to fully cook, preheat the oven to 450 degrees F, and remove the wire rack and set the cauliflower on the baking sheet.
Drizzle with the 2 Tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil and use clean or gloved hands to fully cover the head of cauliflower.
Sprinkle that 1 Tsp. Turmeric and 1 Tsp. Cumin over the cauliflower and once again use your hands to rub it into the entire head.
Set the baking sheet in the oven to bake for about 40-45 minutes.
While the cauliflower is cooking, stir together the 2 Tbsp. Softened Butter, 1 Tbsp. Tahini, and 1 Tsp. Miso Paste.; set aside.
When the cauliflower is done cooking, remove it from the oven and drizzle with the tahini butter sauce.
Cut and serve right away with any additional toppings such as Flake Salt, Crushed Pistachios, or even chili flakes or chili garlic crunch!

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Amazon Grocery, Ground Turmeric

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

178

Fat (grams)

15 g

Sat. Fat (grams)

5 g

Carbs (grams)

9 g

Fiber (grams)

3 g

Net carbs

6 g

Sugar (grams)

3 g

Protein (grams)

4 g

Sodium (milligrams)

147 mg

Cholesterol (grams)

15 mg

Nutritional Claims: Low Carb • Low Sodium • Sugar Conscious • Keto Friendly • Vegetarian • Pescatarian • Gluten Free •Wheat Free • Egg Free • Peanut Free • Tree Nut Free • Fish Free • Shellfish Free • Pork Free • Red Meat Free • Crustacean Free • Celery Free • Mustard Free • Lupine Free • Mollusk Free • Alcohol Free • No Sugar Added • Sulphite Free • Kosher