Roasted Cauliflower Sesame Salad

The Roasted Cauliflower Sesame Salad features tender, caramelized cauliflower and vegetables paired with roasted chickpeas. Seasoned with ground cumin and paprika, the salad is enhanced with a zesty lemon dressing and garnished with toasted sesame seeds for added crunch and flavor.

For a Serving Size of Two:

Ingredients: 

• 100 grams cauliflower, cut into florets
• 60 grams cubed carrots
• 40 gram cubed onions 
• 40 grams boiled chickpeas
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon grams paprika 
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons lightly toasted sesame seeds

Procedure: 

• Preheat the oven to 400ºF (200ºC).
• Chop the cauliflower into small florets.
• Cut the onions and carrots into cubes.
• Place the cauliflower, onions, carrots, and boiled chickpeas on a large baking sheet.
• Drizzle the olive oil over the vegetables and chickpeas.
• Season with ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
• Toss all the ingredients until well coated.
• Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, stir, then roast for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cauliflower and other vegetables are tender and browned on the edges.
• In a small bowl, mix together the lemon juice, paprika, and a pinch of salt. Refrigerate the dressing until ready to serve.
• Once the veggies and chickpeas are roasted, transfer them to a mixing bowl.
• Add the dressing and toss well to combine. Sprinkle lightly toasted sesame seeds on top and serve warm.

Nutritional Benefits:

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 283 kcal
• Protein: 7.1 g
• Carbohydrates: 28.3 g
• Fat: 15.2 g