Cheesy Cauliflower Nachos
User Reviews
4.3
Cheesy Cauliflower Nachos
Description
Cauliflower slices are tossed in olive oil and spices including garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, paprika, chili powder, and sea salt, then roasted at high heat until tender and starting to brown. Refried beans and shredded Mexican cheddar cheese are added on top, with jalapeño slices, and baked again to heat through and melt the cheese.
The result is a crunchy and tender vegetable base supporting creamy refried beans and the sharp, melted cheese. Fresh toppings of chopped tomato, red onion, and cilantro add brightness and contrast, while avocado provides creaminess. This dish can serve as a snack or a vegetarian-friendly appetizer with varied textures and gentle heat.
Serve warm directly from the baking sheet for casual eating or plate it more formally when desired.
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt sea salt
- 5 cups cauliflower cut into ½-inch slices, florets
- 1/3 cup refried beans
- 3/4 cup cheddar cheese shredded, Mexican style
- 1 jalapeño sliced
- 1/2 cup tomato grape or cherry, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped, fresh
- 1 avocado sliced or chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Spray a large baking sheet with olive oil or avocado oil cooking spray.
- Slice cauliflower into 1/2-inch slices.
- In a large bowl, combine oil with garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, paprika, chili powder and sea salt. Add sliced cauliflower and gently toss to coat. Place seasoned cauliflower on baking sheet, spacing out the pieces so that they roast instead of steam. Bake 20 minutes, until cauliflower is tender and starting to brown.
- Remove the pan from the oven; push cauliflower together in the center of the pan. Top cauliflower with refried beans, sprinkle with cheese and add jalapeño slices on top. Return to the oven and bake until the beans are heated through and the cheese has melted, about 6-7 minutes.
- Top cauliflower with chopped tomato, red onion and cilantro. Add avocado (if using) and serve directly from the sheet pan. You can also transfer to a platter for serving or portion into bowls.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 150 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/6 of recipe | |
| Calories | 150kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Sodium | 368mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.3
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