# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 medium green cabbage (about 2 pounds), cut into 8 wedges with core intact
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Tahini Sauce
05 - 1/3 cup tahini (sesame seed paste)
06 - 1 small garlic clove, finely grated
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
08 - 2 to 4 tablespoons cold water (as needed for consistency)
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
10 - 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
→ Garnish
11 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
13 - Pinch of smoked paprika or Aleppo pepper
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Arrange cabbage wedges on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
03 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until edges are browned and cabbage is tender with crisped edges.
04 - In a bowl, whisk together tahini, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, and salt. Gradually whisk in cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the sauce is smooth and pourable.
05 - Transfer roasted cabbage to a serving platter and drizzle generously with tahini sauce.
06 - Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, chopped herbs, and a pinch of smoked paprika or Aleppo pepper if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
