Whole roast cauliflower with green sauce

Discover the perfect plant-based centerpiece with our Whole Roast Cauliflower and Green Sauce. Featuring a rich blend of olive oil, peanuts, shallots, red hot chili peppers, garlic, lime zest, and mirin, this dish offers a vibrant and flavorful twist on a classic vegetable. Ideal for a festive table or a healthy family dinner.

  • 26 Jan 2025
  • Cook time 90 min
  • Prep time 20 min
  • 8 Servings
  • 7 Ingredients

Whole roast cauliflower with green sauce

Whole roast cauliflower with green sauce is a delightful and healthy dish that is sure to impress both vegetarians and meat-lovers alike. This recipe delivers a robust and flavorful experience, combining the earthy notes of roasted cauliflower with a zesty and tangy green sauce. Using ingredients like olive oil, peanuts, shallots, red hot chili peppers, garlic, lime zest, and mirin, this dish strikes a perfect balance between spice, acidity, and creamy nuttiness. It's not only visually stunning but also relatively simple to prepare, making it a perfect centerpiece for dinner parties or a gourmet weeknight meal.

Ingredients:

3/4 cup olive oil
180g
1/3 cup peanuts
50g
2 shallots
100g
2 red hot chili peppers
80g
2 garlic cloves
6g
1 tbsp lime zest
16g
2 tbsp mirin
30g

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the Cauliflower:
- Remove the leaves and the tough stem from the cauliflower, but keep it whole.
- Rinse the cauliflower under running water and pat it dry with a kitchen towel.
3. Season and Roast the Cauliflower:
- Place the cauliflower on a baking sheet or in an ovenproof dish.
- Drizzle about 2–3 tablespoons of the olive oil over the cauliflower and rub it in to ensure it's well coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the cauliflower is golden brown and tender when pierced with a knife.
4. Prepare the Green Sauce:
- Meanwhile, in a blender or food processor, add the peanuts, shallots, hot chili peppers, garlic cloves, lime zest, and mirin.
- Add the remaining olive oil. Blend until smooth. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides a few times.
- Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper, or additional lime zest if desired.
5. Serve:
- Once the cauliflower is roasted to perfection, remove it from the oven.
- Transfer the cauliflower to a serving platter.
- Generously spoon or drizzle the green sauce over the cauliflower.
6. Garnish and Enjoy:
- Garnish with extra lime zest or chopped cilantro if desired.
- Serve the whole roast cauliflower as a centerpiece dish. Slice into wedges to serve. Enjoy!

Tips:

- Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure even roasting.

- Trim the base of the cauliflower so it sits flat in your roasting pan, helping it cook evenly.

- To enhance the flavor of the cauliflower, marinate it with olive oil, salt, and pepper before roasting.

- Roast the cauliflower for 45-60 minutes, basting it with olive oil every 15 minutes to keep it moist and enhance its golden color.

- While the cauliflower is roasting, prepare the green sauce by blending peanuts, shallots, red hot chili peppers, garlic, lime zest, mirin, and olive oil until smooth.

- Adjust the consistency of the sauce by adding more olive oil if needed, and season with salt to taste.

- For a milder sauce, remove the seeds from the chili peppers before blending.

- Serve the roasted cauliflower whole or cut into florets, generously drizzled with the green sauce for maximum flavor.

- Garnish with freshly chopped herbs like cilantro or parsley for an added fresh touch.

Once you’ve mastered this whole roast cauliflower with green sauce, you'll find it to be an incredibly versatile dish that can be enjoyed on its own or as a side. The combination of smokiness from the roasted cauliflower and the vibrant green sauce will excite your taste buds, leaving you and your guests coming back for more. Whether you're catering to dietary restrictions or simply exploring new flavors, this recipe is a must-try. Enjoy the beautiful presentation and the explosion of flavors this dish offers.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size60 grams
Energy
Calories 45kcal2%
Protein
Protein 1.95g1%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 3.36g1%
Fiber 0.99g3%
Sugar 1.59g2%
Fat
Fat 27g30%
Saturated 3.55g12%
Cholesterol 0.00mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 4.84ug1%
Choline 5mg1%
Vitamin B1 0.05mg5%
Vitamin B2 0.02mg2%
Vitamin B3 0.89mg6%
Vitamin B6 0.10mg6%
Vitamin B9 20ug5%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 16mg18%
Vitamin E 0.59mg4%
Vitamin K 1.47ug1%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 11mg1%
Copper, Cu 0.09mg10%
Iron, Fe 0.45mg4%
Magnesium, Mg 14mg3%
Phosphorus, P 33mg3%
Potassium, K 100mg3%
Selenium, Se 0.58ug1%
Sodium, Na 2.30mg0%
Zinc, Zn 0.26mg2%
Water
Water 22g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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