Grilled Cauliflower Pasta with Lemon-Tahini Dressing
Fire up the grill for a cauliflower pasta that will complement any cookout. Lightly charring the cauliflower on the grill adds wonderful smoky flavor and gives the dish a truly satisfying texture. If the slats on your barbecue grill are large, use a grilling basket.
Grilled Cauliflower Pasta with Lemon-Tahini Dressing
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 180 kcal
Ingredients
- 4 oz. medium shells
- 6 cups/1.5 lb. cauliflower florets
- 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp. dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp. smoked sweet paprika
- 1/4 tsp each salt pepper and garlic powder
- 1 cup/6 oz. chopped tomatoes
- 1/3 cup/1.5 oz. chopped red onion
- 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges
Lemon-Tahini Dressing:
- 2 tbsp./1 oz. tahini paste
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 tbsp. water
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/4 tsp. ground cumin
- Pinch each salt pepper and cayenne pepper
Instructions
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Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
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Meanwhile, preheat grill to medium-high heat; grease grate well. Toss together cauliflower, oil, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Grill, turning occasionally, for 8 to 12 minutes or until tender and lightly charred.
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Lemon-Tahini Dressing: Stir tahini paste, gradually adding lemon juice and water until smooth. Stir in garlic, cumin, salt, pepper and cayenne.
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In large bowl, combine pasta and cauliflower; toss with dressing. Stir in tomatoes, onion and parsley. Serve with lemon wedges. Add chopped cucumbers and olives to salad if desired.
Recipe Notes
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