Meal kit that 21% lighter than the average meal kit meal and ranks in the 3th percentile for protein.
Protein1/5
Lightness4/5
Ease3/5
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Nutrition per serving
Protein14% · 16g
Carbs47% · 53g
Fat39% · 19g
3.8g
Protein / 100 cal
Per serving, as packaged by Purple Carrot. Oils, salt & pepper added at home aren't included.
📊 How this meal stacks up
Benchmarked against every meal in our database
Protein rank
3th pctl
More protein than 3% of 1,474 meals
Protein density
3.8g /100cal
Leaner than 20% of meals
vs Meal Kit average
21% lighter
This420
Avg532
🧾 Diet fit
Based on this meal's macros per serving
✕ High protein✕ Low carb✕ Keto-friendly✓ Under 500 cal
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Allergens & dietary
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Dietary✓ High-Protein✓ <600 Calories✓ Vegan
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Ingredients
1 garlic clove, peeled and minced
2 limes, juiced (divided)
1 cauliflower head, cut into 1/2-inch steaks
1 ear of corn, husked and kernels cut off the cob
4 oz chopped green cabbage
1 serrano pepper, sliced into rings and rinsed (divided)
6 oz organic black beans
3/4 cup grape tomatoes, halved
3 1/2 tbsp olive oil (from your kitchen)
Salt (from your kitchen)
Pepper (from your kitchen)
How to make it
1
Roast the cauliflower and corn: Preheat oven to 425u00b0F. Whisk together garlic, just 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, a pinch of salt and pepper in medium bowl. Add cauliflower steaks to foil-lined baking sheet and coat with marinade. Add corn to other half of baking sheet, drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil and a pin
2
Mix the cabbage salad: Meanwhile, combine cabbage, just 1 tbsp lime juice, 1/2 tbsp olive oil, just half the serrano pepper. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside and let rest at room temperature, 10 to 15 minutes.
3
Mix the bean salsa: Make small tear at top of bean bag and microwave for 60 seconds. Combine warmed beans, roasted corn, tomatoes, remaining serrano pepper, just 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, and a pinch of salt. (TIP: You can also combine precooked black beans and 1 tbsp water in small sauce
4
Serve: Divide bean salsa and cabbage salads between plates and top with roasted cauliflower steaks. Drizzle with olive oil. Bon provecho!
5
CULINARY NOTES:: This recipe was tested with 2 servings. If you are cooking more portions, you may need to cook in batches, in larger cooking vessels, or for longer cook times. Follow visual cues in 2-serving recipe.
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1 garlic clove, peeled and minced2 limes, juiced (divided)1 cauliflower head, cut into 1/2-inch steaks1 ear of corn, husked and kernels cut off the cob4 oz chopped green cabbage1 serrano pepper, sliced into rings and rinsed (divided)6 oz organic black beans3/4 cup grape tomatoes, halved3 1/2 tbsp olive oil (from your kitchen)Salt (from your kitchen)Pepper (from your kitchen)
How to Cook
Step 1
Roast the cauliflower and corn: Preheat oven to 425°F. Whisk together garlic, just 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, a pinch of salt and pepper in medium bowl. Add cauliflower steaks to foil-lined baking sheet and coat with marinade. Add corn to other half of baking sheet, drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil and a pin
Step 2
Mix the cabbage salad: Meanwhile, combine cabbage, just 1 tbsp lime juice, 1/2 tbsp olive oil, just half the serrano pepper. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside and let rest at room temperature, 10 to 15 minutes.
Step 3
Mix the bean salsa: Make small tear at top of bean bag and microwave for 60 seconds. Combine warmed beans, roasted corn, tomatoes, remaining serrano pepper, just 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, and a pinch of salt. (TIP: You can also combine precooked black beans and 1 tbsp water in small sauce
Step 4
Serve: Divide bean salsa and cabbage salads between plates and top with roasted cauliflower steaks. Drizzle with olive oil. Bon provecho!
Step 5
CULINARY NOTES:: This recipe was tested with 2 servings. If you are cooking more portions, you may need to cook in batches, in larger cooking vessels, or for longer cook times. Follow visual cues in 2-serving recipe.
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Cauliflower Asadas is a Meal Kit meal from Purple Carrot. The recipe format follows Purple Carrot's standard approach of pre-measured ingredients and step-by-step instructions.
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⏱️ Est. time: 40 min
🍽️ Serves: 2 servings
🌱 Vegan
⚠ Not ideal for
High-protein requirements
How to make it
Read through the recipe card and gather all ingredients before you start cooking.
Wash and prep all vegetables — chop, dice, or mince as directed on the included recipe card.
Cook proteins and main components following the step-by-step instructions included with your delivery.
Prepare any sauces, dressings, or garnishes per the recipe card.
Plate and serve immediately. Refrigerate any leftovers within 2 hours in an airtight container.
Cauliflower Asadas is a Purple Carrot meal
Purple Carrot delivers weekly meals across the US.
Cauliflower Asadas is offered by Purple Carrot. Read the full Purple Carrot review on MealFan for pricing, freshness ratings, and how Purple Carrot compares to competitors.
Is Cauliflower Asadas high-protein?
Cauliflower Asadas is tagged as High-Protein, <600 Calories, Vegan on the Purple Carrot menu. For specific allergen details, refer to the card included with your delivery.
How long does Cauliflower Asadas take to prepare?
Cauliflower Asadas is made in 5 steps. Estimated active time is about 40 minutes based on the recipe instructions.
❓ Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Cauliflower Asadas?+
Cauliflower Asadas has 420 calories per serving, with 16g protein, 53g carbs, 19g fat.
Is Cauliflower Asadas high in protein?+
It has 16g of protein per serving — moderate rather than high-protein.
Does Cauliflower Asadas list its allergens?+
Purple Carrot does not itemize allergens for this meal — check the package label before cooking, especially for serious allergies.
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Brand:Purple CarrotCalories:420 calProtein:16g
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