BBQ Cauliflower Tacos with Avocado Cilantro Sauce

I feel like the only real preface this recipe for cauliflower tacos really needs is the glowing review I got from my boyfriend, one of the biggest meat lovers I know, who completely polished off his plate and said, “That was amazing. I didn’t even miss the meat at all.”

He generally likes everything I make (or that’s what he tells me at least), but this was a real compliment coming from him.

So take it from him…whether you’re a vegetarian or the kind of person who eats meat like it’s candy, this is a recipe that I think we can all agree on.

It’s hard to decide which ingredient is the real star in these flavor-packed cauliflower tacos. There’s the barbecue cauliflower roasted to crispy perfection, the creamy and refreshing avocado cilantro sauce, or the juicy tomatoes that add just the right amount of zing.

Personally, I think it’s all of these ingredients working together to create a mouthwatering flavor that you’re sure to love.

These cauliflower tacos are awesome if you’re looking to cut calories and shed a couple of pounds. They’re low in calories, high in fiber, and bursting with flavor so you won’t feel deprived or hungry just seconds after you finish.

The roasted cauliflower also has a hearty, rich flavor that’s sure to satisfy, regardless of whether you’re a vegan or a carnivore.

Cauliflower contains a hefty dose of fiber plus vitamin C and B-vitamins while avocado supplies plenty of potassium and heart-healthy fats. Throw in some red cabbage and tomatoes and you’re amping up the antioxidant and vitamin content even more with each bite.

As always, feel free to modify these yummy tacos to tailor to your palate. Bell peppers, onions or even cheese are just a few potential additions that could make these tacos even better.

Buen provecho everyone!

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BBQ Cauliflower Tacos with Avocado Cilantro Sauce

These barbecue cauliflower tacos are so satiating and full of flavor that even the biggest meat lover will be left feeling satisfied.

Course

Main Dish

Cuisine

Mexican

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

20 minutes

Servings

tacos

Ingredients

• 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
• 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/3 cup barbecue sauce
• 1/4 cup red cabbage, sliced
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced
• 6 tortillas

Avocado Cilantro Sauce

• 1 avocado
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup cilantro
• Juice from 1 lime
• 1 tsp chili powder
• Salt to taste

Course Main Dish Cuisine Mexican Prep Time 15 minutes Cook Time 20 minutes Servings tacos Ingredients 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets 2 tablespoons butter (melted) 1 tsp garlic powder 1/3 cup barbecue sauce 1/4 cup red cabbage, sliced 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced 6 tortillas Avocado Cilantro Sauce 1 avocado 1 cup sour cream 1/4 cup cilantro Juice from 1 lime 1 tsp chili powder Salt to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 F. Once cauliflower is divided into florets, add to a large bowl and mix with melted butter, garlic powder and barbecue sauce. Stir to distribute mixture evenly over cauliflower florets.
2. Cover baking sheet with aluminum foil and spread cauliflower florets evenly across baking sheet. Cook for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway.
3. Fill tortillas with roasted cauliflower, avocado cilantro sauce, sliced red cabbage and tomatoes. Serve warm.

Avocado Cilantro Sauce

1. Add avocado, cilantro, sour cream, spices and lime juice to a blender or food processor. Pulse until mixture is homogenous and smooth.

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