Vegetarian Spiced Pecan Taquitos
By: Liz Moody
Serving Size: 20
Cook Time: 35 mins
Blogger Liz Moody shares a fun, flavorful spin on an all-time party favorite, Vegetarian Spiced Pecan Taquitos.
Ingredients:
2 cups pecan pieces, finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil and more to brush tortillas
3 cups fresh or frozen cauliflower rice
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 cup tomato paste
3/4 cup water
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon fine grain sea salt
3 cups shredded cheddar
20 small corn tortillas
Salsa, sour cream, or other condiments of choice
Process:
- Preheat oven to 425 F.
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm with a drizzle of olive oil.
- Add the cauliflower rice and sauté until brown at edges, about 5 minutes.
- Add the chopped pecan pieces, chili powder, and cumin and toast until fragrant, 1-2 minutes.
- Add tomato paste, water, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt, and stir until well combined and warmed through.
- Warm tortillas in the oven until pliable, about 30 seconds.
- Add a thin line of pecan mixture down one side of the tortilla, followed by a sprinkle of cheese.
- Roll tightly and place seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Brush with olive or avocado oil to lightly coat the side facing up and bake for 15-20 minutes, until golden at edges. Serve with salsa, sour cream, or condiments of choice.
Nutritional Facts:
Calories
190
Fat
15g
Saturated Fat
4g
Sodium
280mg
Carbs
11g
Fiber
2g
Protein
6g