Cauliflower Jack-o'-Lantern Wraps (Printable Version)

Savory spiced cauliflower and cheese in jack-o'-lantern shaped tortillas. Perfect for festive, kid-friendly meals.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into small florets
02 - 1 small red bell pepper, finely diced
03 - 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
04 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)

→ Seasoning

05 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Cheese and Wraps

11 - 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
12 - 4 large orange flour tortillas

→ Garnish and Extras

13 - 1 to 2 green onions, thinly sliced for decoration
14 - Salsa, guacamole, or sour cream, for serving

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Combine cauliflower florets with olive oil, ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, and salt on the prepared baking sheet. Toss to coat evenly and spread out in a single layer. Roast for 15 minutes until tender.
03 - While the cauliflower roasts, heat a skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion, red bell pepper, and minced jalapeño in a small amount of olive oil for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
04 - Add roasted cauliflower to the skillet with sautéed vegetables. Cook together for 2 minutes, stirring to incorporate flavors. Remove the mixture from heat.
05 - Lay out the flour tortillas on a clean work surface. Using a sharp paring knife, cut jack-o'-lantern faces into two of the tortillas to form decorative tops.
06 - Evenly distribute the cauliflower-vegetable filling and shredded cheddar cheese onto the two uncut tortillas.
07 - Place a cut-out tortilla on top of each assembled tortilla, aligning edges and gently pressing down to seal.
08 - Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook each assembled quesadilla for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
09 - Transfer cooked quesadillas to a cutting board. Insert a thin green onion slice into the top edge of each to resemble a pumpkin stem.
10 - Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve immediately with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream as desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Family favorite for Halloween parties or cozy nights in
  • Uses affordable pantry staples and fresh vegetables
  • Ready in under an hour for easy weeknight cooking
  • Vegetarian but hearty and bursting with Tex Mex flavor
  • Fun hands on prep for kids and adults
02 -
  • Naturally high in fiber and packed with veggies
  • Great for parties or as a playful family weeknight meal
  • Easily adapted for vegan or gluten free diets
03 -
  • Shred your cheddar straight from the block for the best melt and flavor
  • Let roasted cauliflower cool slightly before assembling to avoid soggy tortillas
  • Try using a dry cast iron skillet for extra crispy quesadilla edges
  • Draw your jack o lantern faces lightly with a toothpick before cutting to get clean shapes
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