Mediterranean Cauliflower and Cherry Tomato Medley

Thermomix recipe: Mediterranean Cauliflower and Cherry Tomato Medley. Ready in 30 minutes. Serves 4. Step-by-step Thermomix instructions on Chef Amai.

Ingredients

• 1 small onion (approx. 80 g), peeled and halved
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled
• 30 g olive oil
• 500 g cauliflower, cut into small florets
• 200 g cherry tomatoes, halved
• 200 g vegetable stock
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

1. Add onion and garlic to the mixing bowl. Chop 3 sec / Speed 5. Scrape down sides of bowl.
2. Add olive oil to the mixing bowl. Sauté 3 min / 120°C / Speed 1.
3. Add cauliflower florets, vegetable stock, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to the mixing bowl. Cook 15 min / 95°C / Speed 1 Reverse. Remove the measuring cup and place the simmering basket on the lid to prevent splatter and allow for slight evaporation.
4. Pause, scrape down the sides and bottom of the mixing bowl with the spatula. Check the tenderness of the cauliflower. If not tender enough, cook for another 2-3 minutes at the same settings.
5. Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the mixing bowl. Cook 3 min / 90°C / Speed 1 Reverse, or until tomatoes are just softened and starting to burst.
6. Add fresh lemon juice. Stir gently 30 sec / Speed 1 Reverse.
7. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley or basil if desired.

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