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Zesty Caribbean Jerk Cauliflower Tacos with Pineapple Salsa

Name: Zesty Caribbean Jerk Cauliflower Tacos with Pineapple Salsa
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 1 large head of cauliflower — cut into bite-sized florets; 3 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp jerk seasoning; 1 tbsp lime juice; Salt to taste; 1 cup fresh pineapple — diced; 1 small red onion — finely diced; 1 red bell pepper — diced; 1 jalapeño — seeded and minced; 2 tbsp fresh cilantro — chopped; 1 tbsp lime juice; Salt to taste; 8 small corn tortillas — warmed; 1 avocado — sliced thinly; Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Spicy jerk-seasoned cauliflower is paired with sweet pineapple salsa, creating a perfect balance of heat and sweet in every delicious bite.

4.2(382 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·November 15, 2025

Zesty Caribbean Jerk Cauliflower Tacos with Pineapple Salsa — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

Jerk Cauliflower

Pineapple Salsa

Tacos

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 346 kcal
Protein: 5.75 g
Carbs: 45.25 g
Fat: 18.13 g
Fiber: 10.63 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1385 kcal
Protein: 23 g
Carbs: 181 g
Fat: 72.5 g
Fiber: 42.5 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1 large head of cauliflower — cut into bite-sized florets	200	8	40	2	12
3 tbsp olive oil	360	0	0	40.5	0
2 tbsp jerk seasoning	20	1	4	0	1
1 tbsp lime juice	4	0	1	0	0
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0
1 cup fresh pineapple — diced	82	1	21	0	2
1 small red onion — finely diced	32	1	8	0	1.5
1 red bell pepper — diced	37	1	9	0	3
1 jalapeño — seeded and minced	4	0	1	0	0.5
2 tbsp fresh cilantro — chopped	1	0	0	0	0.5
1 tbsp lime juice	4	0	1	0	0
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0
8 small corn tortillas — warmed	400	8	84	8	12
1 avocado — sliced thinly	240	3	12	22	10
Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish	1	0	0	0	0

These nutrition estimates are approximate and not intended as dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Cauliflower

1
Combine ingredients
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, jerk seasoning, lime juice, and salt.
2
Coat cauliflower
Add cauliflower florets to the bowl and mix well, ensuring all pieces are well-coated.
Tip: Ensure your cauliflower is thoroughly coated with seasoning for maximum flavor.
3
Marinate
Cover and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

Preparing the Pineapple Salsa

1
Mix ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine pineapple, red onion, red bell pepper, jalapeño, and cilantro.
2
Season salsa
Pour lime juice over the mixture, add salt, and toss to combine.
3
Rest salsa
Let the salsa sit for 15 minutes to meld flavors.
Tip: Use gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid skin irritation.

How to Make Zesty Caribbean Jerk Cauliflower Tacos with Pineapple Salsa

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Roast cauliflower
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread the marinated cauliflower on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until golden and crispy.
2
Timing
Marinating: 1 hour; Roasting: 30 minutes.
3
Heat Guide
Oven Roasting: 425°F (220°C).