Jul 13 2026

Crispy Cauliflower Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

With tahini dressing

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Ingredients

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Cauliflower

Method

Preparation of Cauliflower

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

  2. 2

    Prepare the Cauliflower

    Remove the leaves and stem from the cauliflower and cut it into bite-sized florets.

  3. 3

    Coat with Seasoning

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and cornstarch. Add the cauliflower florets and toss until well coated.

  4. 4

    Arrange on Baking Sheet

    Spread the coated cauliflower evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Roasting the Cauliflower

  1. 5

    Roast

    Bake the cauliflower in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through for even cooking.

Preparation of Tahini Dressing

  1. 6

    Make the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, water, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more water if needed.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve

    Once the cauliflower is crispy, remove it from the oven. Drizzle with tahini dressing and serve immediately.

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