Roasted Cauliflower with Greek Yogurt and Tahini Dressing

Ingredients:

• 1 cauliflower
• Water (enough to fill the pot)
• 2 teaspoons marinara sauce
• 1 teaspoon red paprika
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt to taste
• 250g (8.81 oz) Greek yogurt
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 red onion
• 1 hot paprika (or hot pepper)
• 3 tablespoons pine nuts
• Fresh parsley for garnish
• Tahini dressing (2 parts tahini, 1 part soy sauce, 3 parts water)

Preparation Time:

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 45 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cauliflower:
   • Fill a pot with water and bring it to a boil.
   • Add the cauliflower and cook for 5 minutes.
   • Drain the water and let the cauliflower cool slightly.
2. Season and Roast the Cauliflower:
   • Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F).
   • In a small bowl, mix 2 teaspoons of marinara sauce, 1 teaspoon of red paprika, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and salt to taste.
   • Brush the mixture over the cauliflower.
   • Place the cauliflower in a baking dish and roast in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.
3. Prepare the Greek Yogurt Sauce:
   • In a bowl, combine 250g of Greek yogurt, the juice of 1/2 lemon, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 tablespoon of honey.
   • Mix well and set aside.
4. Cook the Onions and Pine Nuts:
   • Slice the red onion and hot paprika.
   • Heat some olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
   • Add the sliced red onion and fry until soft.
   • Add the hot paprika and 3 tablespoons of pine nuts. Fry until the pine nuts are golden and the onions are fully cooked.
5. Prepare the Tahini Dressing:
   • In a small bowl, mix 2 parts tahini, 1 part soy sauce, and 3 parts water. Stir until smooth.
6. Assemble the Dish:
   • Place the roasted cauliflower on a serving plate.
   • Top with the Greek yogurt mixture.
   • Add the fried onions, hot paprika, and pine nuts over the yogurt.
   • Drizzle with the tahini dressing.
   • Garnish with fresh parsley.
7. Serve:
   • Serve the dish warm and enjoy.

Serving Suggestions:

• This dish can be served as a main course or as a side dish.
• Pair it with a fresh green salad or a serving of quinoa for a complete meal.

Cooking Tips:

• Ensure the cauliflower is not overcooked in the boiling stage to maintain its texture.
• Adjust the seasoning of the yogurt and tahini dressing to your taste.

Nutritional Benefits:

• Cauliflower: High in vitamins C and K, and a good source of fiber.
• Greek Yogurt: Provides probiotics, protein, and calcium.
• Pine Nuts: Rich in healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals.
• Tahini: A good source of protein, fiber, and healthy fats.

Dietary Information:

• This dish is vegetarian.
• It can be made gluten-free by ensuring that all added ingredients (like soy sauce) are gluten-free.
• For a dairy-free version, use a plant-based yogurt.