Roasted Cauliflower with Za’atar
I’ve been obsessed with za’atar since the fabulously fresh stuff I found at the Carmel Market in Tel Aviv. I love the sweet earthiness of the blend. And I’ve been obsessed with cauliflower and za’atar together ever since the amazing dish my friend and I enjoyed at Newport‘s La Vasca. So I put together this healthy, low-carb, vegetarian, Mediterranean-inspired recipe. I hope you like it too.
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Butter-Roasted Cauliflower with Za'atar
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower, in sm. florets
- 1 stick butter, sm. cubes
- 1/4 c. za'atar
- water
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 425 F.
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Place florets in lg microwave-safe prep bowl. Add approx. 1" water.
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Microwave cauliflower on High to soften, approx. 3 min. Drain.
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Place cauliflower in 13x9" glass baking dish. Dot with butter cubes. Sprinkle with za'atar.
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Bake at 425 F until tender and browning, approx. 45 min.
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I have been curious about za’atar for a long time but haven’t really done much with it. Any tips?
I’m curious about za’atar now! Cauliflower is one of the few vegetables that everyone in my house enjoys, so I would love to try something new with it! I saw that you posted a link to how to make za’atar; time to check it out!
My 4 kids and I are obsessed with cauliflower and this recipe looks delish! I haven’t been cooking with za’atar but I have been wanting to try. I don’t think I can go wrong with cauliflower so I think it might be a hit for a first try of za’atar. Thanks for sharing this simple yet gorgeous recipe!
So easy and so delicious!
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I always have Zaatar in my kitchen (but it’s because I am from Israel
You have inspired me to look up za’atar. I have never heard about it before. Thanks for this recipe.
Thanks so much, Jessy, I love to inspire people to try new foods.
Hi! I am so glad you wrote about this spice blend! My Dad just passed away in March, but he loved this spice blend! It makes me think of him and reminds me that I can still celebrate his memory apart from being together! I love Israel, I pray I could visit some day!
Hi, Erika, I’m so sorry for your loss. I lost my Dad nearly 10 years ago. He loved pizza, and on the night before we left the house for the last time, my brother and I ordered pizza in his memory. Funny how the little things like that are so real.
Israel is such a unique place. I’m so grateful to have been able to visit, and I hope you have the opportunity to do so soon. https://sancerresatsunset.com/2016/03/01/israel-a-foodies-promised-land/
This looks fantastic! I just discovered Za’atar too. I will have to try this recipe! Thanks for the inspiration! ????????????
Thanks, Ceci, I hope you enjoy it!
I am going to try this recipe. I’ve never tried za’atar but that roasted cauliflower looks delicious!
Thanks, Angela, I think roasting really brings a depth of flavor to cauliflower.
I so want to try this! I’ve never tried Za’ater but now I want to. I bake a lot with cauliflower these days for crusts and more… Thanks for the recipe
Thanks, Gina, I hope you like za’atar as much as I do.
Oh my goodness. This looks delicious!! I’m all about the cauliflower!! Can’t wait to try it.
Thanks, Kimberly, I hope you like how the recipe turns out.
Yummm. This sounds so good! I really love Middle Eastern food.
Thanks, Brenna, I love Middle Eastern food too–so yummy but also healthy!
We LOVE Zatar too! Where do you buy yours in America? We have been doing Amazon, but do you have a favorite place to order it from?
Hi, I actually make my own za’atar: https://sancerresatsunset.com/2018/04/19/how-to-make-your-own-zaatar/
Looks delicious! I’ve never tried za’atar before. Thanks for sharing and keeping it simple!
Thanks, Christen, I think keeping the sides simple really helps when you’re trying to eat healthy.
This recipe sounds so good! I also love za’atar, and this sounds like such a great way to use it! I also love the layout of your page, it looks great! Can’t wait to see more delicious recipes
Yummmm! Where would you say is the best place to buy za’atar?
Thanks, Jessica, I appreciate your nice comments about my blog.