Roasted Cauliflower & Black Bean Sheet Pan Fajitas – Bold, Veggie-Packed & Weeknight Easy

🎉 Introduction

These Roasted Cauliflower and Black Bean Sheet Pan Fajitas are a vibrant, flavor-forward vegetarian dinner that delivers smoky spices, crispy-tender veggies, and hearty beans—all with minimal cleanup. Roasting transforms cauliflower into caramelized, meaty bites while black beans add satisfying protein. Toss everything in warm fajita spices, bake on one pan, and dinner is done.

Perfect for busy weeknights, meatless meals, or casual entertaining, this recipe is endlessly customizable and naturally crowd-pleasing. If you love sheet pan dinners, vegetarian fajitas, and bold Tex-Mex flavors, this one deserves a permanent spot in your rotation.

🧰 Equipment Needed

• Large rimmed sheet pan
• Knife and cutting board
• Measuring spoons
• Mixing bowl (optional)
• Spatula or tongs

Tip: A roomy sheet pan helps the vegetables roast (not steam) for maximum browning.

🛒 Ingredients

Vegetables & Beans

• 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
• 1 medium red onion, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed

Seasoning

• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1½ teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Fats & Citrus

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 lime, juiced (plus wedges for serving)

For Serving

• Warm tortillas (corn or flour)
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Ingredient Notes:

• Cauliflower roasts into crispy-edged, tender bites that hold spices well.
• Black beans boost plant-based protein and texture.
• Smoked paprika adds that signature fajita depth.

👩‍🍳 Directions

Step 1: Preheat & Prep

• Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
• Line or lightly oil a large sheet pan.

Step 2: Season the Veggies

• Add cauliflower, onion, and bell peppers to the sheet pan.
• Drizzle with olive oil.
• Sprinkle with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
• Toss until evenly coated and spread into a single layer.

Step 3: Roast

• Roast for 18–22 minutes, flipping halfway, until cauliflower is golden and tender.

Step 4: Add the Beans

• Remove pan from oven.
• Scatter black beans over the vegetables.
• Return to oven and roast 5–7 minutes more, until beans are heated and edges are lightly crisp.

Step 5: Finish

• Remove from oven.
• Squeeze fresh lime juice over everything.
• Toss gently and taste—adjust salt if needed.

Step 6: Serve

• Spoon filling into warm tortillas.
• Top with fresh cilantro if desired.

🍽️ Servings & Timing

• Servings: 4
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
• Total Time: About 40 minutes

An easy, satisfying vegetarian dinner with minimal cleanup.

🧊 Storage & Reheating

Storage

• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days

Reheating

• Reheat in the oven or skillet to restore roasted texture

Tip: Assemble tacos fresh for the best bite.

🥄 Variations

• Extra Heat
  • Add chili flakes or cayenne
• Low-Carb
  • Serve in lettuce cups instead of tortillas
• Protein Boost
  • Add extra beans or chickpeas
• Veggie Swap
  • Add zucchini or mushrooms
• Smoky Twist
  • Add a pinch of chipotle powder

❓ 10 FAQs

1. Do the beans get crispy?
   Lightly crisp at the edges when roasted briefly.
2. Can I use frozen cauliflower?
   Fresh works best for roasting.
3. Are these fajitas gluten-free?
   Yes, with gluten-free tortillas.
4. Can I meal prep this?
   Absolutely—it reheats well.
5. Is this recipe spicy?
   Mild, adjustable to taste.
6. Can I double it?
   Yes—use two sheet pans.
7. Do I need to marinate?
   No, roasting brings big flavor.
8. Is it kid-friendly?
   Yes—reduce spices if needed.
9. Can I add corn?
   Yes, add with the beans.
10. What toppings work well?
    Avocado, salsa, or fresh herbs.

🏁 Conclusion

These Roasted Cauliflower and Black Bean Sheet Pan Fajitas are proof that vegetarian dinners can be bold, hearty, and incredibly satisfying. With smoky spices, caramelized veggies, and protein-rich beans—all roasted on one pan—this recipe delivers big flavor with little effort.

Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a relaxed taco night, this dish brings color, texture, and comfort to the table every time.

Adam

Roasted Cauliflower & Black Bean Sheet Pan Fajitas – Bold, Veggie-Packed & Weeknight Easy

These Roasted Cauliflower and Black Bean Sheet Pan Fajitas are a vibrant, flavor-forward vegetarian dinner that delivers smoky spices, crispy-tender veggies, and hearty beans—all with minimal cleanup. Roasting transforms cauliflower into caramelized, meaty bites while black beans add satisfying protein. Toss everything in warm fajita spices, bake on one pan, and dinner is done. Perfect for busy weeknights, meatless meals, or casual entertaining, this recipe is endlessly customizable and naturally crowd-pleasing. If you love sheet pan dinners, vegetarian fajitas, and bold Tex-Mex flavors, this one deserves a permanent spot in your rotation.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Vegetables & Beans

• 1 large head cauliflower cut into florets
• 1 medium red onion sliced
• 1 red bell pepper sliced
• 1 green bell pepper sliced
• 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed

Seasoning

• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1½ teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Fats & Citrus

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 lime juiced (plus wedges for serving)

For Serving

• Warm tortillas corn or flour
• Fresh cilantro chopped (optional)

Ingredient Notes:

• Cauliflower roasts into crispy-edged tender bites that hold spices well.
• Black beans boost plant-based protein and texture.
• Smoked paprika adds that signature fajita depth.

Equipment

• Large rimmed sheet pan
• Knife and cutting board
• Measuring spoons
• Mixing bowl (optional)
• Spatula or tongs
• Tip: A roomy sheet pan helps the vegetables roast (not steam) for maximum browning.

Method

 

Step 1: Preheat & Prep

1. Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
2. Line or lightly oil a large sheet pan.

Step 2: Season the Veggies

1. Add cauliflower, onion, and bell peppers to the sheet pan.
2. Drizzle with olive oil.
3. Sprinkle with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
4. Toss until evenly coated and spread into a single layer.

Step 3: Roast

1. Roast for 18–22 minutes, flipping halfway, until cauliflower is golden and tender.

Step 4: Add the Beans

1. Remove pan from oven.
2. Scatter black beans over the vegetables.
3. Return to oven and roast 5–7 minutes more, until beans are heated and edges are lightly crisp.

Step 5: Finish

1. Remove from oven.
2. Squeeze fresh lime juice over everything.
3. Toss gently and taste—adjust salt if needed.

Step 6: Serve

1. Spoon filling into warm tortillas.
2. Top with fresh cilantro if desired.

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days

Reheating

Reheat in the oven or skillet to restore roasted texture

Tip: Assemble tacos fresh for the best bite.

🥄 Variations

Extra Heat

Add chili flakes or cayenne

Low-Carb

Serve in lettuce cups instead of tortillas

Protein Boost

Add extra beans or chickpeas

Veggie Swap

Add zucchini or mushrooms

Smoky Twist

Add a pinch of chipotle powder

❓ 10 FAQs

Do the beans get crispy?
Lightly crisp at the edges when roasted briefly.

Can I use frozen cauliflower?
Fresh works best for roasting.

Are these fajitas gluten-free?
Yes, with gluten-free tortillas.

Can I meal prep this?
Absolutely—it reheats well.

Is this recipe spicy?
Mild, adjustable to taste.

Can I double it?
Yes—use two sheet pans.

Do I need to marinate?
No, roasting brings big flavor.

Is it kid-friendly?
Yes—reduce spices if needed.

Can I add corn?
Yes, add with the beans.

What toppings work well?
Avocado, salsa, or fresh herbs.

🏁 Conclusion

These Roasted Cauliflower and Black Bean Sheet Pan Fajitas are proof that vegetarian dinners can be bold, hearty, and incredibly satisfying. With smoky spices, caramelized veggies, and protein-rich beans—all roasted on one pan—this recipe delivers big flavor with little effort.

Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a relaxed taco night, this dish brings color, texture, and comfort to the table every time.