Southern Bean Queen

If you’ve never had roasted cauliflower tucked into a warm tortilla, drizzled with chipotle lime sauce, and layered over creamy black beans… well, let me go ahead and change your life.

These roasted cauliflower tacos are everything: crispy, spicy, creamy, fiber-packed, and totally satisfying—even for the meat-lovers at your table. I threw them together on a weeknight and they’ve been on repeat ever since.

The real Southern Bean Queen twist? A quick black bean spread that adds plant-based protein and just the right richness to every bite. Add a crunchy slaw and smoky sauce on top? Game over. Let’s taco about it. 😉

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🛒 Ingredients

For the roasted cauliflower:

• 1 head cauliflower, chopped into florets
• 1–2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: pinch of chili powder

For the black bean spread:

• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tsp cumin
• Juice of 1/2 lime
• Salt to taste

For the creamy lime slaw:

• 2 cups shredded cabbage (purple, green, or mixed)
• 2 tbsp Greek yogurt or vegan mayo
• Juice of 1 lime
• 1 tsp maple syrup or honey
• Pinch of salt

For the chipotle lime sauce:

• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or vegan mayo
• 1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• Pinch of salt

Taco fixings:

• Tortillas (corn, flour, or your favorite)
• Avocado slices or guacamole
• Fresh cilantro
• Optional: pickled red onions, queso fresco, or hot sauce

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🥄 Instructions

1. Roast the cauliflower:
Preheat your oven to 425°F. Toss the cauliflower florets in olive oil and seasonings. Spread on a lined baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp on the edges.

2. Make the black bean spread:
In a bowl, mash the black beans with olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, and a pinch of salt until mostly smooth. Warm slightly for easier spreading.

3. Mix the slaw:
Combine shredded cabbage, yogurt or mayo, lime juice, maple syrup, and salt. Toss and let it chill while everything else comes together.

4. Blend the chipotle lime sauce:
In a small blender or food processor, mix all the sauce ingredients until smooth. Taste and adjust spice or lime as needed.

5. Assemble the tacos:
Warm your tortillas, spread a layer of black beans, add a scoop of slaw, pile on the roasted cauliflower, drizzle with chipotle sauce, and top with avocado and fresh cilantro.

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👑 Southern Bean Queen Tip:

Double the cauliflower and use leftovers in a grain bowl, wrap, or even a breakfast hash the next day. Your fiber game is strong with this one.