
Shawarma-Spiced Cauliflower & Carrots
A delicious and healthy dish featuring roasted cauliflower and carrots seasoned with shawarma spices, served with a creamy whipped lentil base and a walnut-date topping. Perfect for meal prep and vegetarian dining.
What you need
tsp pepper
head cauliflower

clove garlic

tsp cinnamon
cup red lentils

tsp garlic powder
tbsp olive oil

pinch clove

tsp cumin

tbsp lemon juice

tsp dried oregano

tsp paprika

tsp turmeric

cup tahini

tsp salt

cup water
carrot

medjool dates
cup walnut
Instructions
1: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside. 2: Bring the water and lentils to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Cook for 12-16 minutes until lentils are very soft and slightly mushy. Drain and discard the water. 3: Mix together all the spices in a small bowl. Add the cauliflower and carrots to the sheet pan. Add the olive oil and spices and toss until fully coated. 4: Roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes. 5: While the veggies roast, blend the cooked lentils with tahini, cumin, salt, lemon juice, and garlic until smooth. Set aside. 6: For the topping, mix all topping ingredients in a medium bowl. 7: Spread some whipped lentils on a plate, top with roasted cauliflower and carrots, and sprinkle with the walnut-date topping.View original recipe