Cauliflower Elote Bites

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Historic Centre of Puebla

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Cauliflower Elote Bites, plated and ready to serve

Ingredients for Cauliflower Elote Bites

Cauliflower Elote Bites with cotija and chili

Cauliflower Elote Bites

A street food classic — minus the corn.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 100kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cauliflower florets
  • 2 tbsp mayo
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp cotija cheese (or Parmesan)
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • Cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  • Roast cauliflower at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes.
  • Mix mayo, lime juice, and chili powder.
  • Toss warm cauliflower in the sauce.
  • Top with cheese and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 100kcal | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Fiber: 2g
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About This Dish

A street food classic — minus the corn.

Health Benefits

  • Cauliflower replaces the corn traditionally used in elote, keeping this a genuinely low-carb take on the classic street snack.
  • Mayo and cotija cheese provide the fat that makes this dish satisfying.
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