When you think about comfort food, what comes to mind? Macaroni and Cheese? Mashed Potatoes? Chicken Pot Pie? Pot Roast or Meatloaf? And, when you think about all of these comfort foods, you’re probably also thinking, not-so-healthy food. Well, not anymore. The Worcester County Health Department has a new cooking series, “What’s Cooking in Worcester”, featuring healthy versions of some our favorite comfort foods. Today, we’re making cheesy cauliflower nachos. Check out the recipe below:
Ingredients
- 1 medium head cauliflower cut into florets
- 2 tsp. olive oil
- ½ tsp. ground cumin
- ¼ tsp. sea salt or Himalayan salt
- ¼ tsp. chili powder
- ¼ tsp. garlic powder
- ½ cup shredded Monterey jack or pepperjack cheese
- ¼ cup chopped tomato
- ¼ cup chopped red onion
- ¼ cup chopped orange bell pepper
- 1 medium jalapeño seeds and veins removed (optional), sliced (can add a second if desired)
- ½ cup mashed avocado
- 2 Tbsp. finely chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425º F.
- Place cauliflower on baking sheet. Drizzle with oil. Sprinkle with cumin, salt, chili powder, and garlic powder; toss gently to blend. Spread evenly on baking sheet.
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until tender-crisp and golden.
- Top evenly with cheese. Bake for 3 to 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted.
- Top evenly with tomato, onion, bell pepper, jalapeños, avocado, and cilantro; serve immediately.
Nutrition FactsCheesy Cauliflower Nachos
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)Calories 157Calories from Fat 99
% Daily Value*Fat 11g17%Saturated Fat 3g19%Cholesterol 15mg5%Sodium 409mg18%Carbohydrates 11g4%Fiber 5g21%Sugar 4g4%Protein 7g14%* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
