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    Home » Recipes » Sides & Appetizers

    Cauliflower Nachos (Gluten-Free, Low-Carb)

    Published: May 27, 2020 by Stephanie 35 Comments

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    Healthy Cauliflower Nachos are an easy way to serve low carb nachos by swapping out cauliflower slices for chips. Seasoned roasted cauliflower slices loaded with cheese, tomatoes, red onion, and jalapeno. Gluten-Free, Low-Carb, Healthy.

    Cauliflower nachos topped with melted cheese, tomatos, onion jalapeno and sour cream

    Which makes them perfectly acceptable to serve for Dinner since they’re vegetables.

    And loading them up with ALL your favorite toppings makes a delicious and easy guilt free meal.

    So if you’re into nachos for dinner like we are, then you should give these a try or we also love these Mexican Street Corn Nachos!

    HOW TO MAKE CAULIFLOWER NACHOS

    (Full Directions in recipe card below)

    Start by preheating the oven to 400 degrees and then I like to line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easier clean up.

    Next you’ll need to break the cauliflower apart and slice the florets into thin chips.

    Once you’ve got the cauliflower chips ready to go coat them with olive oil and seasonings, gently toss them and roast!

    INGREDIENTS NEEDED TO MAKE THEM (NACHOS ONLY)

    • Cauliflower Head
    • Olive Oil
    • Cumin
    • Garlic Powder
    • Paprika
    • Onion Flakes
    • Cayenne Pepper

    Cauliflower chips, seasonings, olive oil

    CAN I MAKE THE CAULIFLOWER CHIPS IN ADVANCE?

    Yes… you can easily roast them in advance and store them in an airtight container in the fridge till ready to top and serve.

    They will keep in a covered container in fridge for 2-3 days.

    I don’t recommend topping them till you’re ready to serve them!

    SUGGESTED TOPPINGS

    • Cheese- Cheddar, Monterey jack
    • Jalapeno
    • Grape or Cherry tomatoes
    • Sour Cream
    • Red Onion
    Cauliflower nachos topped with tomatoes, jalapeno, cheese

    OTHER RECIPES YOU MAY LIKE…

    Cauliflower Potato Salad

    Barbecue Cauliflower Wings

    Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

    AND IF YOU TRY THIS RECIPE PLEASE BE SURE TO LET ME KNOW IN THE COMMENTS BELOW…..

    I’d love to hear if you make this & how you like it. Plus please be sure to include a star rating.

    Cauliflower nachos topped with cheesy, tomatoes, jalapeno, red onion and sour cream

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    Cauliflower Nachos (Gluten-Free, Low-Carb

    Best Roasted Cauliflower Nachos are a tasty appetizer or can be a complete meal depending on toppings.
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine Mexican
    Prep Time 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 30 minutes minutes
    Total Time 45 minutes minutes
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 85kcal
    Author Stephanie

    Ingredients

    • 1 medium head cauliflower
    • 2 tbsp. olive oil
    • 1 tsp. cumin
    • 1 tsp. garlic powder
    • ½ tsp. paprika
    • 1 tsp. onion flakes
    • couple dashes cayenne pepper
    • Optional toppings:
    • chili
    • cheese I used Monterey jack
    • jalapeno
    • tomatoes
    • red onion
    • greek yogurt
    • cilantro
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    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 400 degrees
    • Line large baking sheet with parchment paper
    • Break cauliflower into florets and then slice cauliflower florets lengthwise into nacho shapes.
    • Place in large mixing bowl with olive oil, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, onion flakes, and cayenne pepper.
    • Coat evenly and place on lined baking sheet.
    • Roast in even 15-20 minutes turning at least once during cooking.
    • Lower oven to 350 degrees.
    • Remove from oven and top with optional toppings.
    • Place back in oven 10 more minutes or until toppings heated through.

    Notes

    Calories are based on the Cauliflower Nachos ONLY.
    The optional toppings are not included in calorie count.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 85kcal
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    Comments

    1. Alexandra

      February 25, 2018 at 7:12 pm

      I made these and they were AMAZING - all of my friends immediately wanted the recipe. Rather than combining the spices, I just used a packet of taco seasoning I had and it made the dish so flavorful. I am already planning on making this again next weekend. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Stephanie

        February 25, 2018 at 11:17 pm

        You're Welcome Alexandra and thanks for stopping by and sharing that with me. 🙂

        Reply
    2. Stephanie

      March 31, 2017 at 9:33 pm

      Yes it is Lisa 🙂

      Reply
    3. Garlic + Zest

      March 31, 2017 at 9:07 pm

      What a great way to have a treat without the guilt!

      Reply
    4. Platter Talk

      March 31, 2017 at 8:56 pm

      We've just discovered the wonders of roasted broccoli and now you have introduced us to yet another roasted vegetable recipe - and what a great use of cauliflower! Thanks for the delicious inspiration!

      Reply
      • Stephanie

        March 31, 2017 at 9:32 pm

        You're Welcome 🙂

        Reply
    5. Allison Mattina

      March 31, 2017 at 8:45 pm

      As long as there's still cheese I'll gladly swap the chips for cauliflower. Yum!

      Reply
      • Stephanie

        March 31, 2017 at 9:32 pm

        Same here Allison 🙂

        Reply
    6. brandidcrawfordgmailcom

      March 31, 2017 at 8:01 pm

      What an amazing healthy combo! Love this!

      Reply
      • Stephanie

        March 31, 2017 at 9:32 pm

        Thanks 🙂

        Reply
    7. Lindsay Cotter

      March 31, 2017 at 7:32 pm

      I am loving these cauliflower nachos! What a great way to get more veggies in! Makes for an easy and healthy weeknight dinner! Really so much to love!

      Reply
      • Stephanie

        March 31, 2017 at 9:31 pm

        Thanks Lindsay and definitely and easy healthy dinner 🙂

        Reply
    8. Stef

      December 13, 2016 at 2:23 pm

      Thanks Lorena! Hope you get to Enjoy soon 🙂

      Reply
    9. Lorena

      December 13, 2016 at 11:50 am

      this looks amazing!! I love cauliflower and I love nachos, how did I never think about combining the two!! 😀

      Reply
    10. Stef

      November 29, 2016 at 9:17 pm

      Thanks Nichole! I'll have to check out your cauliflower recipe 🙂

      Reply
    11. Nichole Jones

      November 29, 2016 at 9:05 pm

      I just made these and they are amazing! I have a great cauliflower recipes on my instagram I just posted. Cauliflower rocks <3

      Reply
    12. Suzy | The Mediterranean Dish

      November 29, 2016 at 8:59 pm

      What a brilliant idea!

      Reply
      • Stef

        November 29, 2016 at 9:14 pm

        Thanks Suzy 🙂

        Reply
    13. Stef

      November 29, 2016 at 8:04 pm

      Yeah, I'm always looking for different super bowl snacks as well and these are healthier than the traditional Nachos.

      Reply
    14. swathi

      November 29, 2016 at 7:23 pm

      I have tried roasted cauliflower alone, not as nachos, you gave a best game day option. As super bowl is big in my house.

      Reply
    15. Luci {Luci's Morsels}

      November 29, 2016 at 7:19 pm

      I adore nachos but I'm always wary of the huge calorie bomb that comes with it! This recipe is so amazingly perfect - all the same flavors with much healthier ingredients! I can't wait to surprise my husband with this on a weekday night!

      Luci's Morsels | fashion. food. frivolity.

      Reply
      • Stef

        November 29, 2016 at 8:03 pm

        Thanks Luci..I love Nachos as well and wanted a healthier version 🙂

        Reply
    16. WillCookForFriends

      November 29, 2016 at 6:37 pm

      This is such a great idea! I am definitely ready for some veggies to break up all the heavy holiday food -- but it's too cold for me to reach for a salad for dinner most nights, so this is perfect! I'm a huge fan of cauliflower, too, and I'm always looking for new ways to use it. Nachos are so creative! I'm definitely going to give this a try. 🙂

      Reply
      • Stef

        November 29, 2016 at 8:02 pm

        Thanks! Hope you Enjoy 🙂

        Reply
    17. Stef

      November 29, 2016 at 6:21 pm

      Thanks Julie and since they're made with cauliflower just means you can eat more of them 🙂

      Reply
    18. Julie | Bunsen Burner Bakery

      November 29, 2016 at 6:18 pm

      Whoa... I freaking LOVE nachos - my total splurge food. I've never considered using something other than tortilla chips as the base to make them not awful for you. BRILLIANT!

      Reply
    19. Stef

      November 28, 2016 at 9:24 pm

      It is perfect for a game day snack Jessy! Hope your husband likes it 🙂

      Reply
    20. Jessy @ The Life Jolie

      November 28, 2016 at 7:33 pm

      This is the perfect healthy game-day snack option! My picky husband does love cauliflower so I bet I could get him on board with this as well!

      Reply
    21. Andrea @ Cooking with Mamma C

      November 28, 2016 at 7:28 pm

      What a clever idea! I am so done with Thanksgiving leftovers and ready for some healthier options too!

      Reply
      • Stef

        November 28, 2016 at 9:23 pm

        Thanks Andrea!

        Reply
    22. klg1982

      November 28, 2016 at 7:28 pm

      yummmmm!!! I love roasted cauliflower!!!

      Reply
    23. Emily

      November 28, 2016 at 7:18 pm

      We make something similar at our house with cauliflower, cheddar and green onion and call them "cauliflower cheesies" Cauliflower nachos are the best!

      Reply
      • Stef

        November 28, 2016 at 9:23 pm

        Yes, they are Emily 🙂

        Reply
    24. Dahn

      November 28, 2016 at 6:45 pm

      I love this! Great way to make nachos healthy and lower in calories!

      Reply
      • Stef

        November 28, 2016 at 9:22 pm

        Thanks Dahn!

        Reply
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