Sheet Pan Cauliflower Nachos
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Cuisine
Vegetarian
Sheet Pan Cauliflower Nachos
Description
This recipe begins by coating cauliflower florets with olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Roasting at a high temperature until tender and golden brings out the cauliflower's natural sweetness and adds a slightly crisp edge. The roasted cauliflower is then layered with tortilla chips, black beans, and shredded cheddar cheese, which melts during a brief return to the oven.
The final touch includes fresh diced tomato, creamy guacamole, diced red onion, thin jalapeño slices, and chopped cilantro. These toppings add brightness, creaminess, a mild heat, and herbaceous notes to balance the warm roasted flavors and melted cheese, creating a satisfying textured dish. This combination makes the nachos a suitable choice for a snack, party app, or casual meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cauliflower cut into florets, head
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- 6 ounces tortilla chips
- 1 black beans 15-ounce can, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 Roma tomato diced
- ⅓ cup guacamole homemade or store-bought
- ¼ cup red onion diced
- 1 jalapeño thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons cilantro fresh, chopped leaves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Lightly oil a baking sheet or coat with nonstick spray.
- Place cauliflower florets in a single layer onto the prepared baking sheet. Add olive oil, garlic, cumin, chili powder and paprika; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Gently toss to combine. Place into oven and bake for 12-14 minutes, or until tender and golden brown.
- Stir in tortilla chips in a single layer. Top with black beans and cheese.
- Place into oven and bake until heated through and the cheese melts, about 5-6 minutes.
- Serve immediately, topped with tomato, guacamole, onion, jalapeno and cilantro.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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