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Crispy Baked Cauliflower Tacos: A Flavorful Delight!

Crispy Baked Cauliflower Tacos are a flavorful and healthy alternative to traditional tacos, featuring roasted cauliflower seasoned with spices and topped with fresh vegetables.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 head cauliflower cut into small florets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 lime cut into wedges

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Spread the cauliflower in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the cauliflower is golden brown and crispy.
  5. While the cauliflower is baking, warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side.
  6. To assemble the tacos, place a generous amount of the crispy cauliflower on each tortilla.
  7. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, red onion, and avocado slices.
  8. Drizzle with sour cream or Greek yogurt and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • This recipe serves 4.
  • For added flavor, try adding a sprinkle of feta cheese or crumbled queso fresco on top of the tacos.
  • You can also substitute the cauliflower with roasted sweet potatoes for a different twist.

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