Cumin Roasted Carrot & Cauliflower with Tahini Drizzle Recipe
Cumin Roasted Carrot & Cauliflower is a simple, flavorful vegetable side dish featuring tender roasted carrots and cauliflower infused with warm cumin spices and finished with a creamy tahini drizzle. Perfect as a healthy, vibrant addition to any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 1 medium cauliflower head, cut into florets
Spices & Dressing
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 3 tablespoons tahini
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1–2 tablespoons water (to thin tahini)
- 1 garlic clove, minced (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare vegetables: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and peel the carrots, then cut them into sticks. Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets. Place both vegetables into a large mixing bowl.
- Season and roast: Add olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the bowl with the vegetables. Toss well to coat evenly. Spread the vegetables out in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through, until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Prepare tahini dressing: While the vegetables roast, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic (if using), and water in a small bowl until smooth and creamy. Adjust water quantity to achieve desired drizzling consistency. Add salt to taste.
- Serve: Remove the roasted vegetables from the oven and transfer them to a serving dish. Drizzle the tahini dressing generously over the top. Serve warm as a flavorful side dish or light main course.
Notes
- You can add a pinch of smoked paprika for extra depth of flavor.
- For a nutty twist, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top before serving.
- This dish pairs well with grains like quinoa or couscous for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and gently reheated.
Keywords: cumin roasted carrots, cumin cauliflower, tahini dressing, roasted vegetables, healthy side dish, Middle Eastern vegetables
