Mediterranean Cauliflower Rice Bowl with Smoky Chickpea Hummus & Lemon-Tahini Dressing

Allergens

Contains no common allergens unless specified.

Ingredients

• 1 large cauliflower head, grated or processed into rice
• sized pieces 2 cups cooked chickpeas 1/4 cup tahini 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup extra
• virgin olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste Fresh parsley, for garnish Fresh mint leaves, for garnish Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

1. Prepare the cauliflower rice by grating or processing the head of cauliflower into small, rice like pieces.
2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cauliflower rice and cook for 5 7 minutes until tender but still retains some crunch. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. In a food processor or blender, combine chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and remaining olive oil. Blend until smooth and creamy, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
4. For the lemon tahini dressing, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Adjust seasonings as needed and set aside.
5. Assemble the bowls by layering cauliflower rice at the bottom, followed by a generous scoop of smoky chickpea hummus. Drizzle with lemon tahini dressing and garnish with fresh parsley and mint leaves. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Chef’s Insight

The combination of textures in this dish is what makes it truly special - from the tender cauliflower rice to the creamy chickpea hummus and crunchy mint leaves, every bite is a delightful experience.

Notes

Feel free to experiment with different herbs and spices to customize the flavor profile of this dish to your liking.