Buffalo Cauliflower Tacos

Buffalo cauliflower tacos are a wholesome, refreshing alternative to traditional cheesy meat-filled Mexican tacos. Tortilla shells are packed with roasted cauliflower that's been tossed in buffalo sauce, then stuffed with fresh red cabbage, peppers, onions, and lettuce. Top them with blue cheese crumbles, blue cheese dressing, or mozzarella cheese to complete the recipe.

You control the heat of your tacos. Like them spicy? Use hot buffalo sauce. Like them with just a little zap, go with mild or medium. Because cauliflower is one of our favorite vegetables and buffalo is one of our favorite sauces, we often combine them.

Buffalo cauliflower dip is a fantastic vegetarian alternative to classic buffalo dip that's always a hit at parties (hint: the Super Bowl is right around the corner!). It's a great way to combine 2 of our favorites!

Make it Vegan

Being the by-product of an animal, blue cheese is not vegan. There are vegan versions of blue cheese on the market. They may not be easily found in the local grocery store. Whole Foods and Trader Joe's are a good place to check. Flour tortillas and all corn tortillas should be vegan. Most are made with vegetable oil now instead of lard. It's a good idea to double-check the ingredients though, to be sure. And while most buffalo sauces are vegan, some are made with dairy. So also make sure to check the label.

All other ingredients are vegan.

Make it Gluten-Free

Buffalo cauliflower tacos can be made gluten-free with 1 ingredient change— using gluten-free tortilla shells. Corn tortillas do not contain gluten, so use them instead of flour tortillas. It's also relatively easy to find special gluten-free tortillas. They are readily available at most grocery stores in the United States.

Most buffalo sauces should be gluten-free. To name a few, Frank's Red Hot and Sweet Baby Ray's declare themselves to be gluten free. It's a good idea to check the label of the brand you're buying. Or, make your own!While blue cheese crumbles should be gluten-free as well, it's a good idea to check the label.

• First, line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Chop the cauliflower into small ½ inch florets. Spread in 1 layer on the baking sheet and cook for 20 minutes at 400 degrees. When finished, toss with the buffalo sauce.
• While the cauliflower cooks, prepare the toppings. Cut the bell pepper into thin strips, dice the onion, and chop the lettuce.

Then assemble the tacos.

Stuff each tortilla, starting with lettuce (so it doesn't fall out while you are eating). Then add the warm cauliflower and crisp bell pepper strips.

Buffalo cauliflower tacos are a hearty, complete meal on their own. If looking for a side dish, a simple rice side, carrots, celery, or fruit salad are great choices.

Store the leftover cauliflower and toppings in the fridge. They will last around 5 days. This recipe is great for meal prep, too, as you can pack them for work or a quick lunch.

Recipe

Buffalo Cauliflower Tacos

Kristina Tipps

Buffalo Cauliflower Tacos are a healthy take on traditional tacos, made with fresh and whole ingredients. Only the cauliflower is roasted so there is minimal cooking time— all you need to do is chop the toppings while it cooks! And you'll have a healthy, guilt-free vegetarian dinner in 30 minutes.

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Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 25 minutes minutes

Course Main Course

Cuisine American, Mexican

Servings 8

Calories 143 kcal

Ingredients

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• 1 head cauliflower, chopped into small pieces
• ½ cup buffalo sauce
• 1 large yellow or orange bell pepper, cut into strips
• 2 cups shredded red cabbage
• 1 cup diced red onion
• 8 medium tortilla shells
• 1 head romaine lettuce
• 2 cups shredded cheese mozzarella, blue cheese, or feta

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 400° and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Chop the cauliflower into small ½ inch florets. Spread in 1 layer on the baking sheet and cook for 20 minutes. When finished, toss with the buffalo sauce.
• While the cauliflower cooks, prepare the toppings. Cut the bell pepper into thin strips, dice the onion, and chop the lettuce.
• To serve, warm the tortillas for 15 seconds in the microwave. Layer with lettuce, buffalo cauliflower, peppers, onions, lettuce, and top with cheese. Drizzle with additional buffalo sauce or blue cheese dressing if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 8ozCalories: 143kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 5gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 701mgPotassium: 581mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 7706IUVitamin C: 78mgCalcium: 89mgIron: 2mg

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