Low Carb Fiesta Potatoes

Transform your favorite Tex-Mex side dish into a guilt-free delight with these Low Carb Fiesta Potatoes! This creative recipe swaps traditional potatoes for tender, golden roasted cauliflower florets seasoned with a bold blend of chili powder, cumin, paprika, and garlic. Topped with melted cheddar cheese, fresh green onions, cilantro, and a kick of diced jalapeño, every bite is bursting with flavor. A dollop of cool sour cream completes this dish, making it a perfect keto-friendly alternative that doesn’t skimp on taste. Ready in just 45 minutes, this vibrant, low-carb twist on fiesta potatoes is ideal for tacos, burrito bowls, or even as a standalone snack.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Cauliflower
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons Chopped green onions
• 2 tablespoons Chopped cilantro
• 1 tablespoon Diced jalapeño
• 4 tablespoons Sour cream

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Remove the leaves and core from the cauliflower, then chop it into small bite-sized florets, resembling the size of cubed potatoes.

Step 3

In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Step 4

In a small bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Sprinkle the spice blend over the cauliflower and toss again to ensure even coverage.

Step 6

Spread the seasoned cauliflower florets out in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender and golden brown, flipping halfway through.

Step 8

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle the cauliflower with shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 9

Return to the oven for another 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove from oven and let it cool for a couple of minutes.

Step 11

Transfer the cheesy roasted cauliflower to a serving dish.

Step 12

Top with chopped green onions, cilantro, and diced jalapeño for garnish.

Step 13

Serve hot, with a dollop of sour cream on each portion for a final touch of flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(822.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	988.3

Total Fat 76.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 145.1mg	0%
Sodium 2908.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.6g	0%
Total Sugars 15.8g
Protein 43.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1053.1mg	0%
Iron 5.5mg	0%
Potassium 2053.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.9%

Protein: 16.5%

Carbs: 17.6%