Gwyneth Paltrows Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas

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As Gwyneth has just been voted the world's most beautiful woman I thought it only sensible to see what she eats.  On the whole she eats REALLY well.  Not surprisingly no deep fried snicker bars or anything of that nature.  Her new book "It's All Good" is - on the whole - all good.  Gwyneth knows what to do with a cauliflower. I have a weakness for cauliflower, that poor misunderstood and over boiled vegetable.  When roasted it's divine, sweet and flavorful, add some roasted chickpeas, a tangy finger licking good dressing and fresh parsley and you've got a treat.  I had this for lunch today, I'm having the leftovers for dinner. Great recipe Gwyneth!



Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas,


                       adapted from Gwyneth Paltrow's book "It's All Good"


1, 14oz can of chickpeas, rinsed, drained and dried


1 cauliflower, cut up into florets


1-2 tablespoons olive oil


Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper


1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes


1 teaspoon of lemon zest


Fresh parsley


For the dressing.



3 tablespoons white wine vinegar


2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard


5-6 tablespoons of olive oil


Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper


Heat the oven to 425 F


Place the florets and chickpeas on a large baking tray.  Sprinkle with the olive oil, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes and lemon zest.


Shake well and place in the oven for approximately 35-40 minutes or until the cauliflower is golden.


Remove from the oven.


To make the dressing, place all the ingredients in a jar, screw the lid on tight and shake well.


Place the cauliflower and chickpeas in a bowl, pour over the dressing, add as much chopped parsley as you like and toss together.


Grab a fork and dig in.



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