Creamy Cauliflower Dip

Ingredients for Creamy Cauliflower Dip

• 1 medium head of cauliflower (about 900g ), florets and stem cut into 1-inch pieces

• 1 garlic clove, peeled

• 60ml olive oil, divided, plus more for serving

• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced

• 1 teaspoon ground cumin

• 2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided

• 110g plain Greek yoghurt

• 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest

• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

• Coarsely chopped parsley (for serving)

• Baby cos hearts and endive leaves (for serving)

Pour water into a medium saucepan to a depth of 1/4"; add cauliflower and garlic. Cover, bring to a boil over high heat, and cook until florets are very easily pierced with a paring knife, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium. Add onion, cumin, and 1 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring often, until onion is translucent, about 3 minutes. Increase heat to medium-high and cook, stirring often, until onion is golden brown, about 5 minutes more.

Transfer onion mixture to a blender. Add yoghurt, lemon zest and juice, reserved cauliflower, and remaining 1 teaspoon salt and purée until smooth. With the motor running, add 2 tablespoons oil in a steady stream until well combined. If dip is too thick, blend in 1 tablespoon water at a time to reach desired consistency. Let cool to room temperature.

To serve, spread dip in a wide bowl or platter. Drizzle with oil and top with parsley. Serve with cos hearts and endive leaves alongside for dipping.

Dip can be made 5 days ahead; cover and chill.

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