Coliflor al Pastor Bowls (Roasted Pastor Cauliflower with Black Beans)
Roasted cauliflower in a smoky pastor marinade over cilantro lime rice and black beans, finished with avocado and pineapple.
Made with Mexican black beans and Cilantro lime rice and Al pastor marinade. Make a batch of the base first, then this takes minutes. Skip to the method
- Time50 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £2.20 a head
- Oven220°C (200°C fan)
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oven to 220°C (200°C fan). Line a large baking tray with baking paper.
- 2
Toss the cauliflower florets with your ready made al pastor marinade (see the base recipe) and the olive oil until evenly coated. Spread them out in a single layer.
- 3
Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, turning once, until the edges are charred and the thickest part is tender when pierced. Add the pineapple chunks for the last 10 minutes.
28 min 20 s - 4
Warm the black beans and the cilantro lime rice in separate pans or in the microwave until steaming hot all the way through.
4 min - 5
Toss the shredded red cabbage with the juice of one lime and a pinch of salt.
- 6
Divide the rice between four bowls. Top with the beans, the roasted cauliflower and pineapple, the cabbage and the avocado. Finish with coriander and lime wedges.
Tips
- Cut the florets to the same size so they cook evenly. Thick stems take longer, so slice them thinner.
- Use a large tray and do not crowd the cauliflower. If it touches, it steams rather than roasts.
- Add a spoonful of salsa verde or a squeeze of lime to loosen the bowl.
- Make double the beans and rice and you have lunch ready for the next day.
Storing and freezing
Keeps in the fridge for up to 3 days, cooled within 1 to 2 hours. Keep the rice and cauliflower in separate tubs, reheat the rice only once until steaming hot all the way through, and eat the avocado fresh.
Questions
Is this bowl vegan?
Yes. Cauliflower, beans, rice, avocado and pineapple contain no animal products, gluten, dairy, egg or nuts. Check the achiote paste label before you buy.
Can I add protein?
Yes. Stir in drained, rinsed chickpeas or add pan fried tofu cubes to the tray for the last 10 minutes of roasting.
Can I make it ahead?
Yes. Roast the cauliflower and cook the rice and beans up to 2 days ahead. Reheat gently and add the avocado and cabbage fresh.
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GFDFEFCrema de Frijol Negro con Chipotle (Smoky Black Bean Soup)
GFDFEFPimientos Rellenos de Arroz Rojo y Frijol Negro (Mexican Stuffed Peppers)
GFDFEFDouble check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.