Whole30 Cauliflower Tacos

Transform your taco night with these vibrant and flavorful Whole30 Cauliflower Tacos, a perfect plant-based recipe that’s both healthy and satisfying. Roasted cauliflower, seasoned with a smoky blend of chili powder, cumin, and paprika, provides a hearty, spiced base wrapped in crisp romaine lettuce leaves. Topped with creamy avocado slices, juicy cherry tomatoes, zesty red onion, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, these gluten-free and grain-free tacos pack a punch of freshness and texture. A squeeze of lime adds the perfect tangy finish to every bite. Ready in under an hour, this easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep, offering a tasty, compliant option for anyone following a Whole30 or paleo lifestyle.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head cauliflower
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 large romaine lettuce leaves
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
• 1 whole lime
• 1 large avocado
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 small red onion

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Drizzle the olive oil over the cauliflower florets and toss to coat evenly.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Sprinkle the spice mix over the cauliflower and toss until the florets are well coated.

Step 6

Spread the seasoned cauliflower in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 7

Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender and slightly crispy.

Step 8

While the cauliflower is roasting, prepare the taco toppings: halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the red onion, chop the cilantro, and slice the avocado.

Step 9

Slice the lime into wedges for serving.

Step 10

Once the cauliflower is done roasting, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly.

Step 11

To assemble the tacos, take one large romaine lettuce leaf and fill it with a portion of roasted cauliflower.

Step 12

Top the cauliflower with cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, sliced avocado, and chopped cilantro.

Step 13

Squeeze a lime wedge over the taco for added flavor.

Step 14

Repeat the assembly process for the remaining tacos, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1195.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	843.3

Total Fat 60.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2161.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 74.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.5g	0%
Total Sugars 21.7g
Protein 20.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 276.2mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 3650.6mg	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: 58.9%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 32.3%