Ingredients
- cauliflower, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, tahini (or almond butter), salt, ground black pepper, parsley, cherry tomatoes, cucumber batons
Recipe Description
Find yourself in a snacking mood? Don’t worry! You won’t have to feel guilty when you snack on this easy and delicious cauliflower dip. Not only is this dip nutrient-rich, but it’s also packed with fiber so this is one snack that will actually fill you up.
The Benefits of Cauliflower
Don’t let cauliflower’s usual white color fool you. As a member of the cruciferous vegetable family, it’s just as healthy – and maybe even more healthy – than it’s fellow green brothers (kale, broccoli, and brussel sprouts to name a few).
It is often recommended to add a serving of this vegetable to your daily diet. Why, you ask? Maybe because just one serving (100g) of cauliflower contains 80% of your vitamin C daily needs and 20% of your vitamin K daily needs.
Recipe Directions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Chop the cauliflower florets into equal size pieces. Place in a bowl and toss in 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- Spread the cauliflower florets out on a greased baking tray. Take the garlic cloves as they are and secure inside a small foil parcel where no air can escape. Place onto the same tray. Roast in the oven for 30 minutes, tossing the cauliflower after 15 minutes to ensure even roasting.
- Remove the roasted cauliflower (which should have completely softened) and put into a mini food processor with the garlic. Add the lemon juice (check for pips), the tahini, and the additional tablespoon olive oil and blitz the mixture to a smooth puree.
- Season with salt and pepper to your liking. Top with parsley and serve with cherry tomatoes and cucumber batons, or any other vegetables that your daily macros will allow.
