The Complete Guide to Naturally Gluten-Free Foods by Olivia Dupin

Author:Olivia Dupin
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Rockport Publishers
Published: 2013-03-20T16:00:00+00:00

Roasted Cauliflower with Red Pepper Hummus

This recipe is quick and simple to put together when you use canned chickpeas, but if you have time, cook the beans yourself for even better flavor. The red pepper adds a touch of sweetness and beautiful color to a classic hummus. Simple roasted cauliflower is perfect for dipping.

1 RED BELL PEPPER

1 TEASPOON PLUS 1 TABLESPOON (15 ML) OLIVE OIL, DIVIDED

1 HEAD CAULIFLOWER, CUT INTO LARGE FLORETS

SALT AND PEPPER TO TASTE

1 CLOVE GARLIC

1 1/2 CUPS (375 G) COOKED CHICKPEAS OR 1 CAN (15.5 OUNCES, OR 430 G)

1/4 CUP (60 ML) EXTRA-VIRGIN OLIVE OIL

1 TEASPOON TAHINI

2 TEASPOONS LEMON JUICE

1 TABLESPOON (15 ML) WATER

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C, or gas mark 6). Place the whole bell pepper on a baking sheet and rub with 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of the olive oil. Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast the pepper for 20 to 25 minutes, turning occasionally, until the skin is black and blistered. Remove the pepper from the oven and let cool.

Place the cauliflower florets on a separate baking sheet. Toss with the remaining 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast for 20 to 25 minutes, or until tender and the edges of the cauliflower begin to turn brown and slightly crisp. Set aside.

When the pepper is cool enough to handle, use your fingers to peel away the skin from the pepper, and remove the stem and seeds.

Place the clove of garlic in the bowl of a food processor and pulse to chop. Add the peeled and deseeded roasted pepper, chickpeas, extra-virgin olive oil, tahini, lemon juice, and water and process until very smooth and creamy. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and serve with the roasted cauliflower for dipping.

YIELD: 6 SERVINGS

CHEF’S TIP For silky smooth hummus, use your fingers to pop the chickpeas out of their skins before puréeing. It’s extra work, but the texture is perfection!

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