Tandoori-Spiced Aloo Gobi with Toasted Cumin

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Cauliflower and potatoes roasted with tandoori spices and toasted cumin seeds for a vibrant North Indian side dish with bold flavors. This Indian-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs cauliflower florets, potatoes (peeled and cubed), vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Indian cuisine 210 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, toss 400g cauliflower florets and 300g peeled cubed potatoes with 3 tbsp vegetable oil, 2 tbsp tandoori masala powder, 1/2 tsp turmeric powder, and salt to taste until evenly coated.
  3. Step 3: Spread the vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 30-35 minutes, turning halfway through, until tender and edges are lightly charred.
  4. Step 4: While roasting, heat a small dry skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tsp cumin seeds and toast for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and slightly darker; set aside.
  5. Step 5: Remove roasted vegetables from oven, sprinkle 1 tsp garam masala and toasted cumin seeds over them, and toss gently.
  6. Step 6: Drizzle 1 tbsp lemon juice and garnish with 3 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro before serving warm as a side dish.

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