Description
This Roasted Cauliflower Hummus is a creamy and flavorful twist on traditional hummus, featuring roasted cauliflower blended with tahini, garlic, and warm spices. Perfect as a healthy dip or spread, it offers a smoky depth from roasting and a smooth, rich texture.
Ingredients
Cauliflower
- 1 large head cauliflower, approx 5 cups florets
Hummus Base
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- ¼ cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons water, or more for desired consistency
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 garlic clove
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
- pinch ground coriander
- pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Olive oil
- Sunflower seeds
- Chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for roasting the cauliflower.
- Prepare and roast the cauliflower: Remove the florets from the head of cauliflower and place them on a baking tray. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and toss to coat evenly. Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until tender and slightly golden.
- Blend the hummus: Transfer the roasted cauliflower florets to a high-speed blender or food processor. Add the tahini, remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, water, lemon juice, garlic clove, salt, ground cumin, and ground coriander. Season with pepper to taste. Blend on high speed until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy. Adjust water quantity, if needed, to reach desired consistency.
- Serve and garnish: Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle sunflower seeds and chopped parsley on top as garnish.
Notes
- For a smoother hummus, blend longer or add a splash more water.
- Roasting the cauliflower enhances its natural sweetness and adds depth of flavor.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best bright citrus taste.
- This hummus can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Feel free to customize garnish with toasted pine nuts or paprika for variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dip
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
