Zhug Cauliflower

This zhug cauliflower is simply roasted cauliflower, dipped in the blended Yemeni green herbal sauce, zhug. You control the heat level. If you prefer mild sauce, seed both of the peppers. For medium heat, seed one—this is what we prefer—or leave seeds in both peppers for extra heat.

white square plate of roasted cauliflower with 2 small cups of green herb zhug sauce
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 small bunch flat leaf parsley, stems discarded

  • 1 small bunch cilantro, stems discarded

  • 2 serrano peppers, seeded and chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic

  • 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1 (2 pound) head cauliflower, cut into florets

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

  1. Combine parsley, cilantro, serrano peppers, garlic, 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and cumin in a blender. Pulse until smooth. Set aside.

  2. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a large baking sheet with foil.

  3. Place cauliflower florets in a large bowl. Add 1 tablespoon olive olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine. Spread seasoned cauliflower on the baking sheet in a single layer.

  4. Roast in the preheated oven until tender with a bite, about 30 minutes.

  5. Divide cauliflower between plates and serve with zhug sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

166 Calories
15g Fat
8g Carbs
3g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 166
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g 19%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 115mg 5%
Total Carbohydrate 8g 3%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 3g 6%
Vitamin C 74mg 82%
Calcium 38mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 267mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.