Cauliflower Tacos

Made with seasoned, roasted cauliflower and finished with avocado cream, these Cauliflower Tacos are surprisingly hearty and full of flavor!

Whether you are looking for more plant-based recipes or just want to enjoy a healthier spin on tacos, you will LOVE these Roasted Cauliflower Tacos. The cauliflower is a bit crispy, yet tender, and the bright avocado sauce finish off these simple tacos perfectly.

They come together with just a few simple ingredients, making this an affordable meal perfect for any day of the week. But even though this recipe is made with only a handful of ingredients, don't think it is boring! From the caramelized cauliflower to the creamy, rich avocado sauce, Cauliflower Tacos are irresistibly good.

Notes on Ingredients

• Taco Seasoning: I highly recommend using homemade Taco Seasoning to control the flavor and sodium content yourself.
• Cauliflower: Be sure to select a head of cauliflower that feels heavy and is without blemish.
• Avocados: If serving Cauliflower Tacos with the creamy avocado mash, which I highly recommend, be sure to select ripe avocados.
• Tortillas: Use corn tortillas, flour tortillas, gluten-free tortillas, or even lettuce wraps to serve Cauliflower Tacos. I personally prefer using my homemade flour tortillas, as they are soft and hearty.

How to Make Cauliflower Tacos

Step One: Roast Cauliflower

Roasting the cauliflower until tender, browned, and caramelized is the key to making delicious, hearty cauliflower taco meat.

• Cut the cauliflower into bite-size florets and place it onto a large sheet pan.
• Drizzle the cauliflower with olive oil and season with taco seasoning and use your hands to evenly coat the cauliflower with the seasonings.
• Spread the cauliflower out onto the pan so that it is not overlapping. Overcrowding the sheet pan will result in the cauliflower being steamed instead of roasted. It is better to use 2 pans than to try to fit the cauliflower onto one pan.
• Roast for 30-40 minutes, until tender and browned, flipping once during the cooking process.

Step Two: Make Avocado Sauce

While the cauliflower is roasting, use that time to prepare the avocado sauce which adds a bright, fresh, creamy contrast to the crispy cauliflower.

• Cut the avocado open, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh of the avocado into a blender or mini food processor.
• Add the fresh lime juice, lime zest, and salt to the food processor.
• Blend until smooth and creamy, adding 1 tablespoon of water if needed to achieve a creamy consistency.

Step Three: Assemble Tacos

• Top each tortilla or wrap with the roasted cauliflower and then drizzle generously with the avocado sauce.
• You can also opt to serve these Cauliflower Tacos with sliced radishes, shredded red cabbage, and Pickled Red Onions. Feel free to add queso fresco or sour cream as well.

Storage

Store leftover roasted cauliflower in the refrigerator for 4-5 days. Reheat by broiling for 2-3 minutes. Don't microwave the cauliflower or it will lose its texture.

More Meatless Mexican Favorites

• Black Bean Baked Tacos
• Sweet Potato Burritos
• Mexican Quinoa Salad
• Lentil Tacos
• Bean Burritos

If you have tried out these Roasted Cauliflower Tacos, I would love for you to leave a comment and a review below. 

This post was originally published in 2019 but was updated in 2020 with new photos.