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Cauliflower Shawarma Bowls


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  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

These Cauliflower Shawarma Bowls are a vibrant and nourishing plant-based meal bursting with Middle Eastern-inspired flavors. Roasted spiced cauliflower, quick-pickled cabbage, fresh herb tabbouleh, creamy tahini garlic sauce, and a touch of hummus come together in a colorful, satisfying bowl perfect for lunch or dinner.


Ingredients

Scale

Cauliflower:

  • 1 head of cauliflower, cut into 1-inch florets (about 970g)

  • 1 tbsp curry powder

  • 1 tsp cumin powder

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • ½ tsp ground coriander

  • ½ tsp smoked paprika

  • 1½ tbsp olive oil

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Quick Pickled Red Cabbage:

  • 3 cups shredded red cabbage (185g)

  • ½ cup water

  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar or red wine vinegar

  • 1 tbsp maple syrup or sugar

  • 1 tsp sea salt

Tabbouleh:

  • ½ cup dried bulgur wheat or quinoa, or 1 cup couscous

  • ¼ cup olive oil

  • 2 tbsp white wine vinegar

  • 2 tbsp lemon juice

  • ½ tsp ground coriander

  • 1 clove garlic, grated

  • 2 bunches curly parsley, finely chopped (about 1 to 1.5 cups)

  • ½ cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped

  • 1 cup cucumber, diced

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered

Tahini Garlic Sauce:

  • ¼ cup tahini (50g)

  • 2 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1 clove garlic, grated

  • ½ tsp cumin

  • Salt, to taste

For Serving:

  • Hummus

  • Pita wedges


Instructions

  • Roast the Cauliflower: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, toss cauliflower florets with curry powder, cumin, garlic powder, coriander, paprika, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes until golden and tender.

  • Make Pickled Cabbage: Combine water, vinegar, maple syrup, and salt in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer, then pour over shredded cabbage in a bowl. Let sit for at least 15–20 minutes.

  • Prepare Tabbouleh: Cook bulgur wheat, quinoa, or couscous according to package instructions. Once cooled, combine with olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, coriander, garlic, parsley, mint, cucumber, and tomatoes. Mix well.

  • Make Tahini Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, grated garlic, cumin, and salt. Thin with a little water if needed until pourable.

  • Assemble Bowls: Add a scoop of roasted cauliflower, a portion of tabbouleh, pickled cabbage, a dollop of hummus, and a drizzle of tahini sauce to each bowl. Serve with pita wedges on the side.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, use quinoa instead of bulgur or couscous.

  • Pickled cabbage can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for several days.

  • You can meal prep all components and assemble bowls fresh throughout the week.
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern