Photo: Jonny Valiant

Serves 4

Ingredients

Garam masala is a mixture of north Indian spices like cinnamon, cumin, and nutmeg. Find it in the spice aisle.

• 1½ cup walnuts
• 4 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1 head cauliflower, broken up into small florets (about 1½ pounds)
• ½ tsp. chili powder
• 1 tsp. turmeric
• 1 Tbsp. garam masala
• ¼ tsp. cayenne pepper
• 1¼ cups vegetable stock
• 3 Tbsp. tomato paste
• ¼ tsp. kosher salt

Directions

Total time: 35 minutes

Preheat oven or toaster oven to 350°. Spread walnuts on a sheet tray and toast until fragrant, 6 to 8 minutes. Cool, then roughly chop and set aside.

In a medium skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Lightly brown cauliflower, stirring frequently, then remove from skillet and transfer to a bowl. Add chili powder, turmeric, garam masala, and cayenne pepper to the hot pan and toast lightly, about 30 seconds. Immediately add the vegetable stock, tomato paste, and salt; mix well. Stir in cauliflower and simmer for 2 minutes. Garnish with ground walnuts and serve.

Nutritional Info

Per serving: 288 calories, 22 grams fat, 6 grams protein, 20 grams carbohydrates.

Adapted from You: on a Diet: The Owner's Manual for Waist Management by Michael F. Roizen and Mehmet C. Oz (Free Press).