- How do I make the cauliflower crispy?
- Don't overcrowd the tray! If the florets touch, they steam in their own vapour. Leave space between them for the hot air.
Spicy roasted cauliflower Buddha bowl
Cauliflower has a thousand faces. Here we use the roasted version, where the vegetable's sugar content caramelises at high heat, and smoked paprika lends a deep, barbecue-like flavour without meat. Supplemented with fresh, crunchy vegetables, this is a wholesome, energising meal.
Ingredients
300
g
Cauliflower (florets)
150
g
Quinoa
100
g
Raw beetroot
100
g
Carrot
1
whole
Ripe avocado
2
tbsp
Olive oil
1
tsp
Smoked paprika
0.5
tsp
Chilli flakes
2
tbsp
Fresh lemon juice
30
g
Toasted seeds (pumpkin/sunflower)
1
bunch
Fresh parsley
1
tsp
Salt
0.5
tsp
Pepper
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Equipment Needed
- Baking tray and parchment
- Mixing bowl
- Grater
- Pot (for quinoa)
Allergen Information
None
Instructions
1
✓
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Break the cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
Tip: The smaller the florets, the larger their surface area, which can brown and become tastier.
2
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Toss the cauliflower with the oil, smoked paprika, chilli, salt, and pepper. Spread out on a baking tray lined with parchment.
Tip: The oil conducts heat to the spices and vegetable, helping searing occur.
3
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Roast the cauliflower for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway, until golden brown and the edges are crispy.
Tip: The cauliflower's sugar content caramelises at this stage, deepening its flavour.
4
✓
Meanwhile, cook the quinoa in salted water, then let cool.
Tip: Always rinse quinoa before cooking to avoid bitterness.
5
✓
Grate the raw beetroot and carrot. Slice the avocado and drizzle immediately with lemon juice.
Tip: The ascorbic acid content of lemon juice prevents oxidation (browning).
6
✓
Assemble the bowl with the quinoa, roasted cauliflower, and fresh vegetables. Sprinkle with seeds and parsley.
Tip: Drizzle with a little extra olive oil for freshness before serving.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 300 g Cauliflower (florets)
- 150 g Quinoa
- 100 g Raw beetroot
- 100 g Carrot
- 1 whole Ripe avocado
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp Chilli flakes
- 2 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
- 30 g Toasted seeds (pumpkin/sunflower)
- 1 bunch Fresh parsley
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Pepper