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!
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.