Cumin Seed Roasted Cauliflower with Salted Yogurt, Mint, and Pomegranate Seeds

A vibrant roasted cauliflower dish featuring warm cumin seeds, cooling yogurt, fresh mint, and jewel-like pomegranate seeds. The cauliflower is roasted until tender with golden edges, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures.

4 servings
35 min

Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon whole cumin seeds
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ cup plain yogurt
  • ¼ cup fresh mint leaves
  • ¼ cup pomegranate seeds
  • for serving

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    1. Preheat the oven to 425°F. Toss the cauliflower with the oil, cumin seed, salt, and pepper. Spread the mixture in an even layer on a large baking sheet. Roast, tossing occasionally, until the cauliflower is tender and its edges are toasty, 20 to 30 minutes.

    30 min

  2. 2.

    2. Whisk a pinch of salt into the yogurt. Dollop the yogurt on top of the cauliflower and strew the mint and pomegranate seeds over the yogurt.

    5 min

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