Description
Elevate your taco night with these Quick Cauliflower Tacos—a healthy, flavorful twist on a classic. Roasted, spiced cauliflower pairs perfectly with a refreshing cabbage slaw and tangy lime crema, all wrapped in warm corn tortillas. This plant-based meal is ready in under 30 minutes and is sure to impress!
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup neutral oil (e.g., canola)
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided
- 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
- ½ cup sour cream (or vegan alternative)
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, divided
- 1 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 cup white cabbage, thinly sliced
- ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (plus more for garnish)
- 8 small corn tortillas, warmed
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Season the Cauliflower:
- Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with foil.
- In a large bowl, whisk together oil, chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, cumin, and 1 ½ teaspoons salt.
- Add the cauliflower florets and toss to coat evenly.
- Arrange the cauliflower on the prepared baking sheet, cut side down.
- Roast the Cauliflower:
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, until the cauliflower is tender and browned on the bottom.
- Let cool slightly before assembling the tacos.
- Prepare the Lime Crema:
- In a small bowl, mix sour cream with 1 tablespoon lime juice and ½ teaspoon salt.
- Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Make the Cabbage Slaw:
- In a medium bowl, combine red cabbage, white cabbage, red onion, cilantro, remaining 2 tablespoons lime juice, and ½ teaspoon salt.
- Toss to mix and set aside.
- Assemble the Tacos:
- Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
- Add a layer of cabbage slaw to each tortilla.
- Top with 3–4 pieces of roasted cauliflower.
- Drizzle with lime crema and garnish with extra cilantro.
- Serve:
- Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of freshness.
Notes
- Adjust Spice Levels: Add cayenne pepper to the spice mix for extra heat.
- Prep Ahead: Make the slaw and crema up to 2 days in advance to save time.
- Alternative Vegetables: Swap cauliflower for sweet potatoes, broccoli, or Brussels sprouts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired