Cauliflower Tacos with Cilantro Lime Crema Recipe
These Cauliflower Tacos with Cilantro Lime Crema offer a flavorful, vibrant vegetarian meal featuring oven-roasted spiced cauliflower topped with a creamy, tangy cilantro lime sauce. Easy to prepare and perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner, these tacos bring together a wonderful combination of smoky, spicy, and fresh flavors with optional extras like avocado, pickled onions, and cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cauliflower and Seasoning
- 1 medium cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Tortillas and Toppings
- Corn or flour tortillas (your choice)
- Sliced avocado, for serving
- Pickled onions, for serving
- Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
- Crumbled feta or cotija cheese (optional, for non-vegan option)
- Hot sauce, optional for an extra kick
Cilantro Lime Crema
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (for a healthier option)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Cauliflower: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, ground cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper until the florets are evenly coated.
- Roast the Cauliflower: Spread the seasoned cauliflower in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the edges are golden and crispy.
- Make the Cilantro Lime Crema: While the cauliflower is roasting, combine the sour cream (or Greek yogurt), chopped cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed, adding more lime juice or salt to taste.
- Warm the Tortillas: Heat the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until warm and slightly charred.
- Assemble the Tacos: Fill each warmed tortilla with roasted cauliflower and drizzle with cilantro lime crema. Add desired toppings such as sliced avocado, pickled onions, fresh cilantro leaves, crumbled cheese, and a splash of hot sauce for extra flavor.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use a dairy-free yogurt or sour cream alternative and omit the cheese.
- Adjust the spice levels by adding more chili powder or hot sauce according to your taste preference.
- Optional toppings like pickled onions add a nice tangy contrast to the roasted cauliflower.
- These tacos are best served immediately to enjoy the crisp texture of the roasted cauliflower.
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