Sicilian Cauliflower Bowl
This bowl is inspired by Sicilian cucina povera, featuring roasted cauliflower with turmeric, golden raisins, capers, and toasted almonds, served over farro or quinoa and finished with lemon, olive oil, and fresh herbs. It’s simple, aromatic, and deeply Mediterranean.
Prep: 10 minutes
Roast: 25 minutes
Assemble: 5 minutes
Total: 40 minutes
Serves: 2
Ingredients
Roasted Cauliflower
1 medium cauliflower, cut into florets
1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 tsp ground turmeric
½ tsp smoked paprika
Salt & black pepper
Bowl Base
1 cup cooked farro or quinoa
¼ cup golden raisins (soaked 5 min, drained)
1 tbsp capers, rinsed
2 tbsp toasted almonds or pine nuts
2 tbsp fresh parsley or mint, chopped
Lemon Dressing
Juice of ½ lemon
1 tsp lemon zest
1 tsp olive oil
Pinch salt
Instructions
1️⃣ Roast Cauliflower
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F)
Toss cauliflower with olive oil, turmeric, paprika, salt & pepper
Roast 22–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and tender
2️⃣ Prepare Base
Warm farro or quinoa
Toss with raisins and capers
3️⃣ Assemble Bowl
Add roasted cauliflower to grain base
Sprinkle almonds and herbs
4️⃣ Finish
Drizzle with lemon dressing
Toss gently and serve warm or room temperature
Tips
Add chickpeas for extra protein
Use saffron instead of turmeric for luxury Sicilian flavor
Finish with a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like heat
Delicious with a spoon of ricotta or Greek yogurt on the side
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this weight-loss friendly?
Yes — high fiber, low calorie, healthy fats only
Can I make it vegan?
Yes — naturally vegan
Can I meal prep it?
Yes — keeps well for 3 days refrigerated
Is this authentic Sicilian?
Yes — cauliflower, raisins, capers, citrus, nuts are classic Sicilian flavors
Nutritional Information
Calories: 340 kcal
Protein: 10 g
Carbs: 45 g
Fat: 12 g
Fiber: 9 g