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    Mar 1, 2022 · Modified: Feb 15, 2023 by Liv · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    Roasted Cauliflower Tacos with Jalapeño Cilantro Sauce

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    These Roasted Cauliflower Tacos with Jalapeño Cilantro Sauce are the perfect weekday dinner- they take less than 35 minutes from start to finish and are filling, full of vegetables, and incredibly flavorful.

    Smoky Cauliflower Tacos garnished with Jalapeño Cilantro Sauce, Pickled Onions, and Avocado.

    The cauliflower is tossed in smoked paprika (the star of the show), onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin and a few other delicious spices to create the most flavorful taco filling.

    The jalapeño cilantro sauce is spicy but not overwhelming (unless you add all those jalapeño seeds!!) and is so complementary to the cauliflower tacos. I especially love this smoky cauliflower on a corn tortilla with avocado slices and pickled red onions. I hope you enjoy!

    Kitchen Essentials

    The taco itself requires no special equipment. The cauliflower is tossed in oil and spices and then baked. The Jalapeño Cilantro Sauce does require a blender.

    Main Ingredients

    • Cauliflower
    • Smoked Paprika
    • Jalapeño
    • Cilantro

    Substitutions

    The beauty of this recipe is that it is completely customizable to whatever you enjoy or have on hand. All you really need is cauliflower and a bunch of spices. The toppings and choice of corn or flour tortillas are all up to you!

    Topping Ideas

    1. Avocado Slices
    2. Pickled Red Onion
    3. Pickled Jalapeños
    4. Cilantro
    5. Red or Green Cabbage
    6. Lime Wedges
    Close up of Smoky Cauliflower Taco with an extra drizzle of the Jalapeño Cilantro sauce.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    When do I know the cauliflower is ready?

    You'll know the cauliflower is ready when it's starting to turn golden and crispy. The amount of time you roast it really depends on your preference. I think around 25-30 minutes is perfect.

    Corn Tortillas or Flour Tortillas?

    I used corn but flour would also be delicious. You could even wrap this taco filling into burritos. Yum!

    What makes these smoky?

    Make sure you're using smoked paprika and not sweet paprika. That is what's going to give these cauliflower tacos that smoky flavor.

    More Taco Recipes You Might Like:

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    Smoky Cauliflower Tacos garnished with Jalapeño Cilantro Sauce, Pickled Onions, and Avocado.

    Smoky Cauliflower Tacos w/ Jalapeño Cilantro Sauce

    The cauliflower is tossed in smoked paprika (the star of the show), onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin and a few other delicious spices to create the most flavorful taco filling. The jalapeño cilantro sauce is spicy but not overwhelming (unless you add all those jalapeño seeds!!) and is so complementary to the cauliflower tacos. I especially love this smoky cauliflower on a corn tortilla with avocado slices and pickled red onions. I hope you enjoy! 
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes
    Servings: 8 Tacos
    Author: Liv King

    Ingredients
     

    Smoky Cauliflower Tacos: 

    • 1 Medium Head of Cauliflower
    • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
    • 2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika
    • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
    • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
    • ½ teaspoon Chili Powder
    • ¼ teaspoon Cumin
    • ¼ teaspoon Coriander
    • ½ teaspoon Salt
    • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
    • 6-8 Corn Tortillas
    • Toppings of Choice see above

    Jalapeño Cilantro Sauce:

    • ¼ cup Vegetable Oil
    • ¼ cup Unsweet Plant Milk
    • ¼ cup Unsweet Vegan Yogurt
    • 1 Jalapeño de-seeded
    • 1 Garlic Clove
    • Large Handful of Cilantro
    • 3-4 Scallions green parts only
    • 1 tablespoon Nutritional Yeast
    • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
    • ¼ teaspoon Ground Mustard
    • ½ teaspoon Salt
    • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
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    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 400F.
    • Chop the cauliflower into bite sized pieces and toss in a large bowl with the olive oil and all the seasonings and spices.
    • Spread evenly on a parchment lined baking tray and bake for 25-30 minutes.
    • Make the jalapeño cilantro sauce by adding all the sauce ingredients in to a blender and blend until smooth.
    • Heat up the corn tortillas and prep all your taco toppings. I used cilantro, pickled jalapeño, picked red onion, avocado and shredded cabbage.
    • Add the cauliflower to the corn tortillas with toppings off choice and add a nice drizzle of the jalapeño cilantro sauce and enjoy!!

    Notes

    Reheat leftover cauliflower at 400F until warmed though and crisp. 
    Did you make this recipe?Please leave a comment on the blog or share a photo on Instagram!

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