Taco-Seasoned Cauliflower Steak with Avocado Crema

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-05 · Updated 2026-07-05

Roasted cauliflower steaks coated in smoky taco seasoning, served with a cool avocado crema for a vibrant vegetarian taco twist. This Mexican-inspired vegetarian recipe (gluten free), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs large cauliflower head, olive oil, chili powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 230 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1, sliced into 3/4-inch thick steaks large cauliflower head
• 3 tbsp, divided olive oil
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1, peeled and pitted ripe avocado
• 2 tbsp, fresh lime juice
• 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp, to thin crema water

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Brush both sides of 1 large cauliflower head sliced into 3/4-inch steaks with 2 tbsp olive oil.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Sprinkle seasoning evenly over both sides of the cauliflower steaks.
3. Step 3: Roast cauliflower steaks on the prepared baking sheet for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until edges are golden and tender.
4. Step 4: Meanwhile, in a blender, combine 1 ripe avocado, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp water, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Blend until smooth and creamy.
5. Step 5: Serve roasted cauliflower steaks drizzled with the avocado crema and garnish with extra cilantro if desired.