Roasted Cauliflower With Mint Yogurt Sauce
Nutty roasted vegetables, warm, earthy spices, and a bright tangy sauce make this Roasted Cauliflower with Mint Yogurt Sauce perfect for any meatless Monday. Bold flavors and an easy process make this a dish the entire family will love.
Cauliflower in general is a great option for vegetarian meals. It’s not only a canvas for flavors but as it roasts it gets nutty while maintaining a meaty texture.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE
- Easy Process – All of the vegetables are roasted on a sheet pan while the fresh and herbaceous sauce comes together with ease in the blender.
- Accessible Ingredients – This recipe combines pantry staples like chickpeas with easily accessible vegetables like radishes and cauliflower that’s available year-round.
- Meal Prep – The leftovers are perfect for lunches. You can also make this ahead and enjoy it during the week to add to bowls with your favorite base such as rice, mixed greens, or quinoa.
Ingredients:
Roasted Vegetables:
- 1 head of cauliflower medium
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 bunch radishes, washed well
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1 tbsp salt
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp turmeric
- ½ tsp curry powder
Mint Yogurt Sauce:
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 handful fresh mint
- 1 handful fresh cilantro
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove
- ½” fresh ginger
- pinch of salt
- 2 tbsp water, if needed
Instructions:
Roasted Vegetables:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Cut the cauliflower into florets. Cut the radishes into quarters.
- Add the olive oil to a bowl along with the spices. Mix to combine.
- Spread the cauliflower, radishes, and chickpeas out onto a baking sheet.
- Drizzle the spiced oil over the top.
- Let the vegetables roast for20-25 minutes until golden and tender-crisp.
- Plate onto a platter and drizzle the sauce over the top, or serve in bowls with your favorite base such as rice, quinoa, or mixed greens.
Mint Yogurt Sauce:
- Add all of the ingredients for the sauce to a blender and blend until smooth.
