Margarita-Inspired Mexican Cauliflower

Inspired by the flavors in a margarita, this cauliflower appetizer is fresh, light, and perfect alongside Mexican fare. Bonus points for enjoying it alongside some margaritas!

Ingredients

For the Cauliflower

  • Large head of cauliflower
  • Oil of choice for roasting
  • 2 oz tequila
  • Zest of a lime
  • Generous salt and pepper
  • Juice of a lime

For Garnishing

  • Orange and lime slices
  • Fresh cilantro and/or mint
  • Avocado
  • 0.25 c roasted salted pepitas
  • Sprinkle of chili salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 450 and oil a large sheet tray.
  2. Cut the cauliflower into florets. For the bigger florets, cut them in halves or thirds for even cooking.
  3. Lay the cauliflower florets on the sheet tray in a single layer.
  4. Roast at 450 for about 20-30 minutes until tender and browned but not soft.
  5. Remove the sheet tray from the oven and drizzle the cauliflower with tequila. Add lime zest and generous salt and pepper.
  6. Return the cauliflower to the oven for another 5 minutes to cook off the tequila.
  7. Remove the sheet tray from the oven and drizzle the cauliflower with lime juice.
  8. Transfer the cauliflower to a serving platter. Garnish with orange and lime slices, fresh finely-chopped cilantro and/or mint, avocado slices, pepitas, and a sprinkle of chili salt.