Description
A refined take on classic street tacos featuring crispy roasted cauliflower, silky cashew crema, and fresh toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head cauliflower, cut into even 1-inch florets (about 6 cups)
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp chipotle powder
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 8 small corn tortillas, warmed
- 1 cup raw cashews, soaked in hot water for 20 minutes, then drained
- 2 tbsp lime juice (fresh)
- 1 garlic clove
- 3–4 tbsp cold water to thin
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage (thinly sliced)
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/2 cup quick-pickled red onion
- Small handful fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- Lime wedges
- Flaky sea salt for finishing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set a wire rack on top if available.
- Toss cauliflower florets with olive oil and the spice blend until evenly coated and spread in a single layer.
- Roast for 25–30 minutes, turning halfway, until florets are golden-brown and caramelized.
- Meanwhile, make the cashew crema by blending soaked cashews, lime juice, garlic, salt, and water until smooth; add water as needed.
- Prepare quick-pickled onions by placing thinly sliced onions in a bowl with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt for at least 10 minutes.
- Warm tortillas over a flame or in a skillet until slightly charred and pliable.
- Assemble tacos by layering cabbage, roasted cauliflower, crema, pickled onion, avocado, and cilantro.
- Finish with lime juice and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt.
Notes
Store components separately to maintain freshness. Ideal for meal prep, allowing for easy assembly when ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg