Description
Cauliflower Shawarma Bowls are a vibrant, flavorful meal that transforms simple ingredients into a delightful dish. This recipe features roasted cauliflower seasoned with warm spices, paired with fresh vegetables and creamy hummus, all served on a warm pita. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy night in, these bowls promise a burst of flavor and texture that will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 whole wheat pita breads
- 1 cup diced cucumbers
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup diced red onions
- ½ cup hummus
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Cut cauliflower into small florets and toss with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the cauliflower on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- While the cauliflower roasts, slice cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onions for toppings.
- Lightly toast pita bread in a pan or oven until warm.
- Assemble bowls by layering pita bread with roasted cauliflower, fresh veggies, hummus, a drizzle of lemon juice, and garnish with parsley or cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg