Description
Spicy Mexican-inspired vegan cauliflower tacos bring zesty plant-based magic to your dinner table. Crispy roasted cauliflower florets nestled in warm tortillas will delight you with bold flavors and satisfying textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 head cauliflower, chopped into florets
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup guacamole
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Garnish:
- Fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 425F (220C), creating an ideal roasting environment for the cauliflower.
- Coat cauliflower florets thoroughly with olive oil and spice blend, massaging the mixture to ensure complete and even coverage.
- Arrange seasoned cauliflower on a baking sheet in a single layer, allowing space between pieces for optimal crispiness.
- Roast cauliflower for 25 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through to promote uniform golden-brown coloration and crisp edges.
- While cauliflower cooks, gently warm corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat or briefly in the microwave to enhance flexibility.
- Remove roasted cauliflower from the oven, allowing a brief cooling moment to prevent burning and maintain structural integrity.
- Construct tacos by layering warm tortillas with the spiced, crispy cauliflower pieces.
- Crown each taco with a generous dollop of creamy guacamole, spreading evenly across the surface.
- Sprinkle fresh cilantro leaves over the tacos, adding a bright, herbaceous finish.
- Serve immediately to preserve the cauliflower’s crunch and tortilla’s warmth, ensuring maximum flavor and texture enjoyment.
Notes
- Boost crispiness by patting cauliflower completely dry before seasoning to prevent steaming and ensure golden-brown edges.
- Customize spice levels by adjusting chili powder and adding smoked paprika for deeper flavor complexity without overwhelming heat.
- Enhance nutritional value by incorporating additional plant-based proteins like black beans or quinoa alongside roasted cauliflower for more substantial meal.
- Meal prep friendly: Roasted cauliflower can be stored in refrigerator for 3-4 days, making quick weeknight taco assembly convenient and efficient.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 178 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg