Cauliflower Tacos with Cilantro Yogurt Crema
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
348 kcal
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Course
Lunch
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Cuisine
Mexican, International
Cauliflower Tacos with Cilantro Yogurt Crema
Description
This recipe roasts cauliflower florets coated in avocado oil and a blend of spices including cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, at 425°F until crisp-tender. The seasoning imparts warmth and smokiness while the high heat roasting brings caramelization. The roasted cauliflower provides a substantial filling for the tacos.
The accompanying cilantro yogurt crema combines plain Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lime zest and juice, fresh cilantro, and additional spices like chili powder, paprika, and ground cumin. This creamy sauce adds brightness and herbal freshness that counterbalances the warm spices on the cauliflower. The tacos are completed with warmed corn tortillas, refried beans spread on each, and optional toppings like cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, shredded cabbage, avocado, and fresh cilantro.
These tacos can be assembled for a flavorful vegetarian meal that combines roasted texture and creamy, tangy elements. They are suitable for casual dinners or entertaining with approachable ingredients.
According to the notes, roasted cauliflower can be stored refrigerated for 4 to 6 days. The cilantro yogurt crema benefits from resting to meld flavors. Spices can be substituted with Mexican taco seasoning for convenience, and yogurt fat content can be varied based on preference.
Ingredients
Tacos:
- 1 cauliflower cut into small to medium-sized florets, large head
- 1 - 2 tablespoon avocado oil
- 2 teaspoon cumin
- 1 chili powder ½ teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 refried beans canned
- 8 corn tortilla or whole wheat tortilla
- cherry tomato diced red onion, shredded red cabbage, avocado, and fresh cilantro, halved, for serving
Cilantro Yogurt Crema:
- 1 cup yogurt plain, Greek
- 1 garlic minced, small clove
- lime zest of ½
- lime juice of 1
- 3 tablespoon cilantro finely diced
- 1 chili powder ½ teaspoon
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin ground
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cauliflower florets, avocado oil, cumin, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix to fully coat and then evenly space out on the baking tray. Bake for 25 - 30 minutes, or until they reach your desired crispiness.
- Meanwhile, prepare your cilantro yogurt crema in a small mixing bowl by combining all the ingredients. Stir and let rest for at least 10 minutes while you finish preparing the tacos.
- Heat the refried beans on the stovetop or in the microwave according to the package directions.
- Warm your tortillas on the stovetop by adding them one by one to a low heated non-stick skillet or by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 20 - 40 seconds.
- Assemble tacos by spreading warmed refried black beans on each taco, with roasted cauliflower, cilantro yogurt crema, and halved cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, red onion, avocado, or red cabbage.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- Store roasted cauliflower in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-6 days to maintain freshness.
- Additional toppings like beans and fresh vegetables should be kept separately refrigerated to preserve texture.
- Use either non-fat or full-fat Greek yogurt in the cilantro crema depending on preferred richness.
- Mexican taco seasoning (about 1 tablespoon or more) can replace individual spices to simplify preparation.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 348 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 348kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 42g | 14% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 701mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 580mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 10g | 40% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 612IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 71mg | 79% |
| Calcium | 185mg | 19% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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