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Buffalo Cauliflower Tacos Recipe

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These Buffalo Cauliflower Tacos are a delicious and vibrant plant-based meal combining crispy baked buffalo cauliflower bites, spiced roasted chickpeas, fresh spinach, creamy avocado, and a zesty salsa and vegan ranch dressing. Perfect for a flavorful, wholesome, and satisfying taco night.

Ingredients

Taco Base

  • 6 taco-sized corn tortillas
  • 1 cup fresh spinach leaves (30 g, roughly chopped)
  • 1 avocado (peeled & sliced)

Roasted Chickpeas

  • 1.5 cups cooked chickpeas (240 g, drained)
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ¼-½ teaspoon chili powder
  • Pinch of salt

Cauliflower Buffalo Bites

  • Prepared cauliflower buffalo bites (refer to recipe)

Condiments & Garnishes

  • Fresh salsa (to taste)
  • Vegan ranch (to taste)
  • Fresh cilantro leaves (to garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 °F (200 °C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to ensure even baking without sticking.
  2. Bake Cauliflower Buffalo Bites: Prepare the cauliflower buffalo bites according to the referenced recipe, spread them evenly on one baking sheet, and bake for 30 minutes until crispy and slightly browned.
  3. Prepare and Roast Chickpeas: While the cauliflower bakes, drain the chickpeas and place them in a medium bowl. Add cumin, chili powder, and a pinch of salt. Toss well to evenly coat the chickpeas with the spices. Spread them in a single layer on the second baking sheet and roast in the oven for 20 minutes at the same time as the cauliflower.
  4. Check for Crispness: Once both the cauliflower bites and chickpeas are nicely browned and crispy, remove the baking sheets from the oven.
  5. Prepare Condiments: While baking, prepare the fresh salsa and vegan ranch dressing according to your preferred recipes or use store-bought versions.
  6. Assemble Tacos: Warm the corn tortillas if you like, then build each taco by layering fresh spinach leaves, baked cauliflower buffalo bites, roasted spiced chickpeas, and avocado slices. Add fresh salsa and drizzle vegan ranch dressing generously over the top.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Finish by garnishing with fresh cilantro leaves. Serve the tacos immediately while still warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can flip the cauliflower bites halfway through baking.
  • If you prefer spicier tacos, increase the chili powder amount in the chickpeas and the buffalo sauce used for the cauliflower.
  • Gluten-free corn tortillas are used, making this recipe gluten-free friendly.
  • Use fresh salsa and vegan ranch to keep the dish fully plant-based and vibrant.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven for best crispness.

Find it online: https://justsosavory.com/buffalo-cauliflower-tacos-recipe/