Golden Turmeric Roasted Cauliflower with Raita
Turmeric Roasted Cauliflower with Raita Dip. These Delicious Golden Cauliflower Bites are easy and quick. Serve with a dash of lemon or with a Yogurt onion dip or Green Chutney. Vegan Soyfree Nutfree Recipe. Can be gluten-free
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, chopped into small florets
- 3 tsp oil
- 1 tsp lemon juice or lime juice
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp garam masala or use curry powder of choice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp cayenne or use 1 tsp sweet paprika + pinches of cayenne to taste
- a good dash of black pepper
- pinches of cinnamon and clove powder , optional
- 1.5 to 2 tbsp panko breadcrumbs use gluten free breadcrumbs or coarsely crushed oats or 2 tsp rice flour to make gluten-free
- raita (see note), chutney or lemon to serve with
Instructions
- Slice the cauliflower into florets and add to a large bowl. Drizzle oil and lemon juice. Mix and rub the oil and lemon juice into the florets.
- Mix the spices and breadcrumbs in a bowl. Sprinkle all over the cauliflower and toss well to coat.
- Spread on parchment lined baking sheet or large dish and spray oil on the florets.
- Bake at 425 degrees F (220 deg C) for 20 minutes, then reduce heat to 400 degrees F. Turn the sheet around or move the cauliflower around a bit and bake for another 10 to 15 minutes.
- Make the raita dip (see notes), or cilantro mint chutney, chimichurri. Serve as is with dips or with some spiced up beans/chickpeas on the side, or make tacos or wraps.
Notes
Easy Vegan Raita: Whisk 1 cup non-dairy unsweetened yogurt with a few tbsp of water until smooth. Mix in 1/2 cup finely chopped red or white onion or grated cucumber, 1 tbsp chopped mint leaves or a 1/4 tsp dry mint leaves (optional), 1/4 tsp roasted cumin powder, a generous pinch of cayenne/red chili powder, 1/4 tsp salt. Taste and adjust and use.
Nutrition is for 1 Serve, does not include dip
Nutrition
Calories: 61kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Sodium: 336mg | Potassium: 112mg | Vitamin C: 13.4mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.6mg