Cauliflower Gold

DESCRIPTION

This recipe with toasted walnuts is a great way to enliven cauliflower. This well- balanced dish of cauliflower, spices and walnuts can served hot or cold!

Total Time
50 Mins
Serves
8
Meal
Dinner Lunch
Course
Side

Total Time

Prep Time
20 Mins
Cook Time
30 Mins
Total Time
50 Mins

Nutrition

Calories
150 cal
Total Fat
13 g
Polyunsaturated Fat
4 g
Cholesterol
0 mg
Sodium
60 mg
Carbohydrates
8 g
Dietary Fiber
3 g
Protein
3 g

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • One head cauliflower, cut in small florets
  • 1 tablespoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable stock
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup California walnuts, toasted, chopped

Preparation

  1. Heat 3 tablespoons of the olive oil in a large skillet over moderate heat and add the cauliflower. Stir frequently until lightly browned and tender, 15–20 minutes. If the cauliflower is not tender when pierced, cover the pan the last 5 minutes of cooking. With a slotted spoon, remove the cauliflower from the pan and set aside.
  2. Return the pan to heat and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil Add the garam masala, cumin, chili powder, turmeric and cayenne and stir for 30 seconds. Add the vegetable stock and tomato paste and stir to blend. Return the cauliflower to the pan, and stir for 2–3 minutes, to heat through. Add the walnuts, mix well and serve.