Roasted Miso Cauliflower and Mushrooms

Often times my recipes come about randomly. This one being no exception. I had some cauliflower but was a bit bored with making it my usual way. I really wanted to include some probiotic rich miso in my meal so I began mixing in different ingredients for the sauce until it worked! I also had some shiitake mushrooms that needed to be eaten. Little did I know how delicious roasted mushrooms would taste and pair with cauliflower. This recipe is quick, easy, and flavor rich. It’s perfect as a side dish or snack.

Miso (along with sauerkraut, kimchi, and kombucha) is rich in beneficial probiotics. These friendly bacteria help  balance the digestive system which promotes a healthy immune system, mental health, allergies, and skin conditions. While the heating of probiotics can kill the bacteria, studies have shown that the heat-killed bacteria does still have benefits. Plus, the flavor of miso is lovely!

Including probiotic rich foods in your daily meals is the best way to encourage a healthy balance of bacteria. Try using miso in dressings, sauces, and of course soups.

Mixing the miso sauce on the cauliflower and mushrooms.
Mixing the miso sauce on the cauliflower and mushrooms.
Cauliflower and mushrooms spread out on parchment paper.
Cauliflower and mushrooms spread out on parchment paper.

Vegan and Gluten-Free Roasted Miso Cauliflower and Mushrooms

Servings: 2-3

Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 head of cauliflower, chopped
  • 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, chopped
  • lemon wedges (optional)
  • scallions, chopped (optional)

Sauce:

  • 1 tbsp miso paste (I used brown rice miso paste but any kind should work)
  • 1 tbsp tahini
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1-2 tbsp water*
  • 1 tsp tamari or soy sauce

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400º.
  2. Whisk together all ingredients for sauce in a small bowl. *Add more water if you’d like the consistency more liquid.
  3. In a large bowl, toss cauliflower and mushrooms with sauce mixture well.
  4. On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spread out in a single layer.
  5. Roast for 25-30 minutes or until desired texture. Remove from oven, sprinkle with scallions, and squeeze lemon on top.
  6. Serve and enjoy!
Some scallions sprinkled on top and a little squeeze of lemon...viola! Miso roasted cauliflower and mushrooms!
Some scallions sprinkled on top and a little squeeze of lemon…viola! Miso roasted cauliflower and mushrooms!
Miso Roasted Cauliflower and Mushroom (vegan, plant-based, gluten-free)
Miso Roasted Cauliflower and Mushroom (vegan, plant-based, gluten-free)