Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Spicy Lentils

Step 1

Prepare the cauliflower first. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).

Step 2

Peel the leaves off the cauliflower and cut the bottom of the stalk off so you can lay the cauliflower flat on the base.

Step 3

Mix together the olive oil and the spices and rub all over the top of the cauliflower. Cover the cauliflower in aluminum foil and place in a baking tray. Bake for 60/90 minutes until cooked through.

Step 4

While the cauliflower is cooking, prepare the lentils.

Step 5

Finely dice the shallots and green pepper. Fry the shallots for 2-3 minutes in a large stock pot, then add the minced garlic and fry for another 2 minutes. add the green pepper and chilli powder and continue to fry until the pepper is soft.

Step 6

Add the rest of the ingredients and simmer for 30-35 minutes until the lentils are cooked and the mixture is thick.

Step 7

Serve the cauliflower on a bed of lentils and top with some freshly chopped coriander, pomegranate seeds and flaked almonds.