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Cauliflower Enchilada Casserole

[heart_this] · Mar 23, 2015 · 26 Comments

Cauliflower Enchilada Casserole

A tasty enchilada casserole with roasted cauliflower as the primary ingredient.

Given my obsession with both cauliflower and Mexican flavours I thought that I would combine the two and make a cauliflower version of a chicken enchilada casserole. Of course I had to start by roasting the cauliflower to slightly caramelize it and enhance it’s flavour and after that everything is super easy; you pretty much just mix all of the ingredients, top with cheese and bake until the cheese has melted and everything is all bubbling and good! I went with beans and corn for the filling and when combined with the cauliflower this casserole is just packed with good things! For seasoning I like chili powder, cumin and oregano and this casserole just begs to be covered in plenty of melted cheese! I always enjoy topping hot dishes like this with cool fresh ingredients like tomatoes, avocado and plenty of cilantro, and a bit of queso fresco couldn’t hurt either. (You could also add any of your favourite taco ingredients like sour cream, lettuce, etc.) Serve with tortilla chips for dipping!

Cauliflower Enchilada Casserole
Cheesy!

Cauliflower Enchilada Casserole
Cauliflower Enchilada Casserole
Eat it with a spoon.

Cauliflower Enchilada Casserole
Or scoop it with tortilla chips!

Cauliflower Enchilada Casserole

Cauliflower Enchilada Casserole

Cauliflower Enchilada Casserole

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 50 minutes Total Time: 1 hour Servings: 4

A tasty enchilada casserole with roasted cauliflower as the primary ingredient.

ingredients
  • 1 large cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 2 cups red enchilada sauce
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 3/4 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup cheddar, shredded
directions
  1. Toss the cauliflower in the oil, place it on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast in a preheated 400F/200C oven until it starts to caramelize, about 20-30 minutes, mixing half way through.
  2. Mix the cauliflower, enchilada sauce, beans, corn, chili powder, cumin and oregano, season with salt and pepper to taste, place it in a baking dish and sprinkle on the cheese.
  3. Bake in a preheated 350F/180C oven until the cheese has melted and the sides are bubbling, about 20 minutes.
Option: Use ‘riced’ cauliflower (link this) instead of florets and skip the roasting step. This will save time and give a smoother texture.
Nutrition Facts: Calories 355, Fat 13.5g (Saturated 5.3g, Trans 0g), Cholesterol 22mg, Sodium 1201mg, Carbs 45.5g (Fiber 14.8g, Sugars 9.5g), Protein 21.5g

Nutrition by: Nutritional facts powered by Edamam
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Avocado, Cauliflower, Food, Gluten-free, Main Course, Mexican, Recipe, Texmex, Vegetarian

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Comments

  1. Jenny says

    March 23, 2015 at 12:43 pm

    This is happening soon! Looks amazing Kevin!!

    Reply
  2. Rebecca Chung says

    March 23, 2015 at 1:12 pm

    This looks delicious! ❤
    munchies&musings

    Reply
  3. Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says

    March 23, 2015 at 2:13 pm

    oh my gawd, Kevin . . this looks so good!!!! and love that you have cauliflower in there!

    Reply
  4. Meg S says

    March 23, 2015 at 3:11 pm

    Oh great idea, I am loving cauliflower lately as a substitute for meat, it really holds its own. I have tons of roasted cauliflower taco-ish recipes but not a caserole one yet. I am super excited.

    Reply
  5. Matt Robinson says

    March 23, 2015 at 4:59 pm

    What an awesome casserole, Kevin. Looks amazing!

    Reply
  6. Erin Gribben says

    March 23, 2015 at 5:00 pm

    Wow! I love this dish. What a great alternative to eat a meat filled dinner. 🙂

    Reply
  7. Maria says

    March 23, 2015 at 5:11 pm

    I want this NOW!

    Reply
  8. marla {Family Fresh Cooking} says

    March 23, 2015 at 6:31 pm

    Cauliflower?? Wow! Now that's a great meatless monday ingredient!!

    Reply
  9. Heather Christo says

    March 23, 2015 at 7:49 pm

    OMG- this looks sooooo good!!

    Reply
  10. Liz's Lemon Bowl says

    March 23, 2015 at 8:24 pm

    This looks so good!!! Love the cauliflower!

    Reply
  11. Anonymous says

    March 23, 2015 at 10:05 pm

    This is just what I need. AND WANT NOW!

    Reply
  12. [email protected] says

    March 23, 2015 at 10:24 pm

    Looks so good. Thank you Kevin.

    Reply
  13. Julie @ Table for Two says

    March 23, 2015 at 11:03 pm

    This looks amazing! I love new casserole ideas!

    Reply
  14. Gaby @ What's Gaby Cooking says

    March 23, 2015 at 11:55 pm

    Genius idea, this looks delicious!!!

    Reply
  15. Velva says

    March 24, 2015 at 12:18 am

    Totally impressed with the addition of cauliflower-Another great way to not make me feel guilty about enjoying a great dish.

    Velva

    Reply
  16. Maureen @ Orgasmic Chef says

    March 24, 2015 at 6:00 am

    This dish looks good. It shows how cauliflower can be an amazing addition to dishes and can also be as good as meat.

    Reply
  17. Joanne says

    March 24, 2015 at 11:13 am

    I would love this with a big bowl of tortilla chips for dunking! Such a fun dish.

    Reply
  18. Erin | Well Plated says

    March 24, 2015 at 1:00 pm

    Kevin, what a great idea! It looks so cheesy and comforting, and I love the extra serving of veggies.

    Reply
  19. rancholyn says

    March 24, 2015 at 9:20 pm

    Another winner with cauliflower…hope it tastes as good as it looks…:)

    Reply
  20. Helen Kennedy says

    April 2, 2015 at 4:57 pm

    This was SO good! I made it a few nights ago and am looking forward to making it again soon. Love that home made red enchillada sauce. Next time, for two, I'll make the full amount and divide it so that I get the freshly melted cheese both days.

    Reply
  21. kevin says

    April 3, 2015 at 12:20 am

    Helen Kennedy: I'm glad you enjoyed it!

    Reply
  22. Anonymous says

    November 11, 2017 at 4:26 am

    Making this for a second time tonight! Love the recipe. I add a couple different seasoning cause thats how i am. But my hubby and i really like this recipe! Thanks you for sharing!!

    Reply
  23. Anonymous says

    May 22, 2018 at 5:26 pm

    WOW. Your photos are always stunning!! So much color and the presentation is wonderful. Although I do wonder if the food gets cold by the time you are done taking pics 😉

    Reply
  24. susan troccoli says

    April 29, 2019 at 12:53 pm

    I truly wish people would stop commenting on how dishes LOOK . I look at reviews to find out how well liked a recipe is!!!

    Reply
  25. Eileen says

    September 7, 2020 at 8:38 am

    Could I make this ahead of time? Like a day or two ahead of baking?

    Reply
    • kevin says

      September 8, 2020 at 9:32 am

      Yes you can!

      Reply

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