Cauliflower Taco Bowls
This is one of those dinners that works for everyone in our family. It’s simple enough to make on a busy weeknight yet wholesome and satisfying enough to leave everyone happy. These Cauliflower Taco Bowls have become a regular in our rotation – quick to pull together, full of flavor, and made with ingredients I always have on hand.
Lately, I’ve been especially aware of how valuable these kinds of meals are for my daughter, who’s cooking for herself at college. She loves to make homemade food even with a packed schedule, and this is exactly the kind of recipe that fits her life – minimal ingredients, balanced, and ready in about 30 minutes. It’s the kind of meal she can prep ahead of time or even make after a busy day at school because it’s just that easy.
A Healthy and Easy Twist on Taco Night
Cauliflower makes a perfect base here – when roasted, it turns golden and caramelized with just the right bite. Topped with seasoned ground beef and a sprinkle of cheese, it becomes a comforting bowl that feels like taco night without the extra steps or carbs.
I’ve also made this dish with roasted broccoli, and while it’s tasty, I find that cauliflower holds up a bit better and has a more neutral flavor for a taco bowl.
I like using Siete’s mild taco seasoning for a clean, flavorful spice mix, but any packet you enjoy will do. Add your favorite toppings – avocado, pico de gallo, green onion or cilantro and you’ve got a meal that everyone can customize.
Great for Meal Prep or College Life
This recipe works beautifully for meal prep as well as busy schedules. You can roast the cauliflower and cook the taco meat ahead of time, or make it all at once for a fresh, quick dinner.
I originally wrote this recipe for my own family, but it’s so simple and flavorful that I recently passed it along to my daughter and one of my clients, too. Everyone has been happy to add it into their regular rotation – proof that an easy, homemade meal can truly work for any schedule or season of life. I hope this becomes a hit in your household, too.
Happy cooking,
Christina
Ground Beef Taco Bowl with Roasted Cauliflower
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 3 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning I like Siete mild taco seasoning
Optional toppings:
- shredded cheese, pico de gallo, green onion, avocado, cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400℉. Line a rimmed sheet pan with foil and/or parchment paper and set aside.
- Place cauliflower florets on the prepared baking sheet and toss with 2 tbsp of the olive oil, cumin, oregano and salt. Roast for 20 minutes or until golden brown and caramelized.
- While the cauliflower is roasting, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, add the remaining 1 tbsp of olive oil and when it's shimmering add the ground beef. Break up the beef with a wooden spoon and cook until no longer pink and a bit caramelized.
- Add the contents of the taco packet along with ⅓ cup of water and let simmer for 3-4 minutes. Set aside.
To serve:
- When the cauliflower is roasted, remove the pan from the oven and top with taco meat. Top the meat with shredded cheese and place the pan back in the oven until the cheese is melted. Serve in a bowl with additional toppings, as desired. *Alternatively, place roasted cauliflower in a shallow bowl, top with taco meat and shredded cheese and pop it in the microwave until the cheese is melted. Serve with additional toppings, as desired.
Notes
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