Cauliflower Chicken Nachos

Name: Cauliflower Chicken Nachos
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons grapeseed oil or avocado oil; ¾ teaspoon chili powder; ¾ teaspoon ground cumin; ¾ teaspoon onion powder; ¼ teaspoon salt, divided; 8 cups large cauliflower florets, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices; 1 cup chopped tomato; 1 avocado, diced; ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro; 2 tablespoons pickled jalapeño peppers or fresh jalapeño pepper slices; 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion; ¾ cup canned reduced-sodium refried black beans; 2 cups shredded cooked chicken; ¾ cup shredded Mexican cheese blend; ¾ cup finely shredded cabbage

Rating: 5 stars

3 Ratings
3 Reviews

Swapping in tender-crisp cauliflower slices for chips in these cauliflower nachos ups your veggie servings for the day.

Breana Killeen

Source: EatingWell Magazine, January/February 2020

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active:

40 mins

total:

40 mins

Servings:

Nutrition Profile:

Low-Calorie

High Fiber

Egg Free

Gluten-Free

Low Sodium

High Calcium

Soy-Free

Bone Health

Healthy Aging

Healthy Immunity

Low Added Sugars

Nutrition Info

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a large rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray.

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Step 2

Combine oil, chili powder, cumin, onion powder and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Add cauliflower and gently toss to coat. Spread the cauliflower in a single layer on the prepared pan. Bake until tender and starting to brown, 15 to 20 minutes.
Step 3

Meanwhile, combine tomato, avocado, cilantro, jalapeños, onion and the remaining 1/8 teaspoon salt in a small bowl.
Step 4

Top the cauliflower with beans, chicken and cheese. Bake until the cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.
Step 5

Serve the "nachos" topped with the salsa and cabbage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 cups

Per Serving:

487 calories; protein 35.6g; carbohydrates 27.2g; dietary fiber 11.2g; sugars 7g; fat 28g; saturated fat 6.6g; cholesterol 79.4mg; vitamin a iu 874.9IU; vitamin c 121.3mg; folate 182.7mcg; calcium 234.6mg; iron 3.1mg; magnesium 80.8mg; potassium 1237.6mg; sodium 484.1mg.

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3 Ratings

5 star values: 3
4 star values: 0
3 star values: 0
2 star values: 0
1 star values: 0

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Peg N

01/11/2020

These were so good and so easy! We are them as nachos but they would be excellent as a taco filling. We used a homemade adobo seasoning on our chicken which made them extra good! I found it easier to brush the seasoning onto the cauliflower rather than tossing it in a bowl. Thanks for the great low carb idea!! Read More

CINDYHAZ

04/22/2020

I've made this twice. It's outstanding and now a go to recipe for leftover rotisserie chicken. I tend to add more cheese and refried beans. I add layers of Valentina hot sauce and light sour cream after cooking but it's still a healthy weeknight meal that's incredibly filling. It has layers of satisfying flavor. A topping of undressed coleslaw mix adds crunch without added work. Read More

Robbin Lee

08/04/2020

Love this recipe a little tough to make slices so I used the flowerets and still layered the remaining ingredients. I used whole black beans vs. refried. Read More

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