10 Turmeric Recipes
There is nothing to doubt about the magnificent medicinal properties of the turmeric spice as it is taking over the food industry lately. From heart soups to lattes, there are many ways to take advantage of the wonderful properties of turmeric for human health. The most popularly known advantage of using turmeric in food is its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. (4)
Following are some healthy yet utterly delicious recipes combining turmeric in a unique way in each one of them:
Turmeric-roasted cauliflower
Roasting cauliflowers with a little coating of turmeric along with any other spices of your choice can give you a crispy yet healthy snack. By roasting cauliflowers turns them into a crispy outside and tender inside side dish or snack for everyday healthy diet. Cauliflower can act like a sponge for absorbing spice mix or any marinade of your choice such as garlic, cumin, and turmeric. You can also stir the turmeric-roasted cauliflower into grain or salad bowls to create healthier and plant-based meals with no extra effort on the cooking front.
Ingredients
Following is the checklist for the ingredients you need:
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground turmeric
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 large cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 8 cups cauliflower florets (About 2 pounds; 1 large head)
- 1-2 teaspoons lemon juice
Method
- Start by preheating the oven at 425 degrees F.
- Now whisk turmeric, oil, salt, garlic, pepper, and cumin in a large bowl. Then, add cauliflower and stir to coat it evenly. Transfer the coated cauliflower to a rimmed large baking tray. By stirring once, roast until the cauliflower turns brown and tender for a total of 15 to 20 minutes. It is optional to drizzle some lemon juice over the roasted cauliflower for an extra punch of flavor.