Paprika Cauliflower and Sweet Potato Tacos with Zesty Chickpeas and Avocado-Crema
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Prep time 20mins
Cook time 30mins
Serves or Makes: 4 servings

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Spice Blend

ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Vegetables

ingredients

  • 3 cups small cauliflower florets
  • 2 medium medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into small chunks
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil

Chickpeas

ingredients

  • 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Zest of 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin

Avocado Crema

ingredients

  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • Handful of fresh cilantro
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Tacos

ingredients

  • Corn tortillas
  • Olive oil
  • 1 cup (or more) shredded cheese

Method

  • Step 1

    In a small bowl, combine paprika, onion powder, dried oregano, cumin, and salt. Mix well and set aside.

  • Step 2

    Preheat the oven to 425°F.

  • Step 3

    In a large mixing bowl, toss the cauliflower florets and sweet potato chunks with olive oil. Sprinkle the spice blend over the vegetables and toss until evenly coated.

  • Step 4

    Spread the spiced vegetables on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.

  • Step 5

    In a separate bowl, mix the rinsed and drained chickpeas with olive oil, lime zest, chopped cilantro, sugar, salt, and cumin. Set aside.

  • Step 6

    In a blender or food processor, combine ripe avocado, sour cream, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust salt and lime juice to taste. Set aside.

  • Step 7

    Warm the corn tortillas on a skillet with a bit of olive oil until slightly browned and pliable.

  • Step 8

    Place a spoonful of the roasted vegetable mixture on each tortilla. Add a spoonful of the seasoned chickpeas. Drizzle with avocado crema. Top with shredded cheese.

  • Step 9

    Serve the cauliflower and sweet potato tacos immediately, garnished with additional cilantro or lime wedges if desired.