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Cauliflower Tacos

Photo of prepared Cauliflower Tacos
Photo attribution: Sarah Ahern
Ready In: 1 hour
Serves: 3
Low Added SugarVegetarian

This roasted, spicy cauliflower tastes great alone or as a taco filling.

What you'll need

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Sharp knife
Cutting board
Grater
Oven
Oven mitt
Roasting pan
Microwave
Plate

Ingredients

Serves 3
1 head Cauliflower cut into small pieces
2 cloves Garlic unpeeled
2 teaspoons Olive Oil
1 teaspoon Paprika
1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
of Salt to taste
6 Tortillas
1/4 cup Cheese grated
1/2 cup Salsa
of Black Pepper to taste

Directions

1.

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Preheat the oven to 400 F.

2.

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In a medium-sized roasting pan, arrange the cauliflower pieces and the unpeeled cloves of garlic. Pour the olive oil over the cauliflower and then sprinkle the spices overtop. Use your hands to thoroughly coat the cauliflower with oil and spices.

3.

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Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on how crispy you like the florets. Squeeze the roasted garlic throughout and trash the skins.

4.

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Once the cauliflower is done, warm up the tortillas in the microwave for 20 to 30 seconds, or put them in a the warmed oven covered with a towel while you prepare everything else.

5.

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Place two tortillas on each plate and fill with a generous serving of cauliflower.

6.

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Sprinkle the grated cheese overtop and drizzle with salsa or sauce of your choice. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 2.00 taco

Serving Per Container 3

Amount Per Serving
Calories 239
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 8 g10%
Saturated Fat 3 g15%
Sodium 327 mg14%
Total Carbohydrate 36 g13%
Dietary Fiber 6 g21%
Protein 8 g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:

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