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Taco Spiced Cauliflower & Potatoes + Sauce

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Sheet Pan Taco Spiced Cauliflower & Potatoes are the best plant-based filling to any Mexican dish! Serve it over a salad, in tacos or a burrito bowl, this plant-based recipe is a filling and hearty addition to any meal!

Last week we had a vegan week, it was sporadic and random decision but a very fun challenge in the kitchen! We do eat a lot of plant-based meals as we used to be vegans and this girl loves her veggies. However if I can preach one thing to you its balance, it looks different for everyone and I truly believe it has changed my life for the better! Sheet Pan Taco Spiced Cauliflower & Potatoes is one of those easy dishes you just throw together and it pretty much goes with anything!

Sheet Pan Taco Spiced Cauliflower & Potatoes

I think a lot of the times when trying to eat more plant-based there is a lot of imitation meat substitutes purchased. And I am just going to shoot straight … they can taste pretty dang bad. Not to mention all the chemicals, the bottom line is the majority of them are made with many other additives not including plants. I always prefer real food, like cauliflower and potatoes.

How to Make Sheet Pan Taco Spiced Cauliflower & Potatoes 

This recipe requires very little prep and no actual active cooking time! 

  • Start by chopping your small cauliflower head into even size florets. Bite-size pieces are best, try to make the same size for even cooking. 
  • Wash, peel, and dice potatoes into bite-size pieces.
  • In a large bowl, combine cauliflower, potatoes, avocado oil, taco seasoning, and salt. Toss it all together and transfer to a baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway through or until veggies are done. Cooking time can vary depending on the size of veggies.

For the Creamy Cashew Cilantro Sauce

I use this sauce on a lot of different foods, over my delicious burrito bowls or my morning eggs.

  • In a blender add soaked cashews, jalapeño, cilantro leaves, cumin, chili, salt, lime juice, lemon, garlic, and water. Blend till smooth, store in the refrigerator. 

Serving Ideas

Taco Spiced Cauliflower & Potatoes go great in tacos with your favorite toppings, burrito bowls, on top of a salad, or as a side dish. We love ours with Instant Pot Pinto BeansPico de Gallo, white rice, avocado, and a hearty drizzle of either creamy cashew cilantro sauce or Chipotle Cashew Cream, yum!! I’m hungry now, haha!

 

Looking for more plant-based meals also try:

Yield: 5 servings

Sheet Pan Taco Spiced Cauliflower & Potatoes

Sheet Pan Taco Spiced Cauliflower & Potatoes

Taco Spiced Cauliflower & Potatoes are the best plant-based filling to any Mexican dish! Serve it over a salad, into tacos or a burrito bowl, this recipe is a filling and hearty addition to any meal!

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

For the Sheet Pan Taco Spiced Cauliflower & Potatoes

  • 5 cups cauliflower florets, cut into bite-size pieces, 1 small head cauliflower
  • 4 cups russet potatoes, peeled and diced into bite-size pieces
  • 3 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 1/2 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt

For the Cashew Cilantro Cream

  • 1 cup cashews, soaked overnight and rinsed
  • 1 tsp jalapeño, a small thumb 
  • 1/2 cup cilantro leaves
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt, or more is desired
  • 1 lime, juice of
  • 1/2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1/2 cup of water, or more as needed

Instructions

Sheet Pan Taco Spiced Cauliflower & Potatoes

    1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F.
    2. Start by chopping your small cauliflower head into even size florets. Bite-size pieces are best, try to make them even sizes for even cooking. 
    3. Wash peel and dice potatoes into bite-size pieces.
    4. In a large bowl, combine cauliflower, potatoes, avocado oil, taco seasoning, and salt. Toss it all together and transfer to a baking sheet.
    5. Roast for 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway through or until veggies are done. Cooking time can vary depending on the size of veggies. Enjoy!

    Cashew Cilantro Cream

    1. Add all ingredients to your blend and blend on high till smooth. Taste adjust salt if needed. Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
By on June 29th, 2020

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