Spiced roasted cauliflower salad with minted yoghurt
This spiced roasted cauliflower salad with minted yoghurt is a vibrant vegetarian starter or light main course. The Thermomix grinds cumin, coriander and fennel seeds freshly for the spice rub, chops the mint in seconds and blends the yoghurt sauce until silky, delivering deep roasted flavour with minimal effort.
About this recipe
Spiced roasted cauliflower salad with minted yoghurt Thermomix TM7 is the kind of vegetarian recipe that turns a humble vegetable into the star of the table. If you search for roasted cauliflower recipes or a quick weeknight dinner idea, this one stands out because the TM7 all-in-one kitchen machine does all the preparatory work: it grinds cumin, coriander and fennel seeds freshly so their aromas penetrate the florets before roasting, and it chops fresh mint evenly without bruising the delicate leaves. The natural yoghurt sauce is blended to a velvety smooth finish in the same bowl, creating a cooling counterpoint to the warm paprika and chilli notes. Serve it as a light main course with flatbread, as a starter at a dinner party, or pack it for a colourful lunchbox. With precise spice grinding and consistent herb chopping, this salad delivers café-quality flavour at home with remarkably little effort.
Preparation tips
- Cut the cauliflower into evenly sized florets so every piece roasts at the same rate; smaller pieces catch more of the cumin and fennel crust, giving you more flavour in every bite.
- Taste the minted yoghurt before serving and adjust with a squeeze of lemon; letting it rest in the fridge while the cauliflower roasts deepens the fresh mint flavour considerably.
- If you prefer a milder salad for children, reduce the chilli powder and let everyone sprinkle extra ground cumin over their own portion at the table instead.
Recipe variations
- Make it fully vegan by replacing the natural yoghurt with a thick coconut or soy yoghurt; the fresh mint and ground cumin keep the sauce vibrant so the flavour stays virtually identical.
- For a festive autumn version, add roasted butternut squash cubes and pomegranate seeds to the cauliflower, and finish with toasted almonds for crunch and a jewel-like colour contrast.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Fresh spice grinding - The Thermomix grinds cumin, coriander and fennel seeds into an aromatic rub that clings to every cauliflower floret. [Grinding]. [Multi-Function]
- Speedy herb prep - The TM7 chops fresh mint evenly in seconds without bruising the delicate leaves for a bright yoghurt sauce. [Chopping]. [Multi-Function]
- Silky sauce blending - The Thermomix mixes natural yoghurt with mint into a velvety, lump-free sauce while the cauliflower roasts. [Mixing]. [Multi-Function]
- Weighing accuracy - The integrated scale of the TM7 weighs yoghurt and spices directly in the bowl for consistent seasoning every time. [Weighing]. [Time Savings]
- Gentle heating option - The TM7 warms the yoghurt sauce precisely without curdling, ideal if you prefer a slightly warm dressing. [Heating]. [Precision Control]
Ingredients
- cumin seeds
- coriander seeds
- fennel seeds
- paprika
- ground cumin
- chilli powder
- salt
- ground black pepper
- cauliflower
- extra virgin olive oil