Categories: Sauces

Ingredients

• 2 Tbs olive oil
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 head cauliflower, cored and cut into 1-1/2" florets
• 1/4 tsp sea salt (optional)
• 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup tahini (may be found in many middle eastern markets or at Whole Foods)
• 3 cloves garlic, smashed and minced into a paste
• juice of 1 lemon
• 1/8 tsp paprika

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 500°F.

2. Toss cauliflower, olive oil, cumin, sea salt (if desired) and black pepper together in a large bowl.

3. Transfer mixture to rimmed baking sheet and spread out evenly.

4. Bake until cauliflower is browned and tender, 25 – 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. Combine tahini, garlic, lemon juice and roasted cauliflower in a food processor. Blend until a smooth paste forms (add additional olive oil if desired).

6. Season with sea salt (if desired) and sprinkle paprika on top.

7. Serve warm or cold with assorted vegetables.

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