Low Carb Esquite
Dive into bold Mexican-inspired flavors with this irresistible Low Carb Esquite recipe—a healthy twist on the classic street corn dish! Tender roasted cauliflower florets replace the traditional corn, offering a low-carb base that's full of smoky, caramelized goodness. Tossed in a zesty mayo-lime-chili dressing and garnished with crumbled Cotija cheese, fresh cilantro, spicy jalapeño, and garlic, this dish is a flavor-packed masterpiece. Perfect for comforting side dishes or light main courses, this quick-to-prepare recipe is gluten-free, keto-friendly, and bursting with richness in every bite. Serve it warm and watch it become the highlight of your meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Cauliflower florets
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 piece Diced jalapeño
- 1 clove Minced garlic
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
Spread the cauliflower evenly on a baking sheet and roast for about 20 minutes or until tender and slightly browned, stirring halfway through.
While the cauliflower roasts, prepare the dressing by mixing mayonnaise, lime juice, and chili powder in a small bowl.
Once the cauliflower is done roasting, transfer it to a large mixing bowl.
Add the Cotija cheese, fresh cilantro, diced jalapeño, and minced garlic to the cauliflower.
Pour the mayonnaise dressing over the mixture and stir well to combine all ingredients.
Adjust seasoning as needed with more salt, lime juice, or chili powder according to taste.
Serve warm as a delicious low-carb alternative to traditional esquite.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1741 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 154.0 g | 197% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.0 g | 190% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 246 mg | 82% | |
| Sodium | 4593 mg | 200% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.5 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.4 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.3 g | ||
| Protein | 39.8 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 990 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1616 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
