Description
These flavorful vegan tacos are made with seasoned plant-based crumbles that deliver the hearty texture of ground meat without any animal products. Paired with crisp veggies, creamy avocado, and a zesty salsa, they’re perfect for a quick, nutritious, and satisfying meal—ideal for Meatless Monday or any night of the week.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 package (10 oz) plant-based ground meat or crumbles
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
8 small corn or flour tortillas
1 cup shredded lettuce
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1/2 cup diced red onion
1 avocado, sliced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Lime wedges, for serving
Optional: vegan sour cream or salsa
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
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Add plant-based crumbles to the skillet and cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking them up as they cook.
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Stir in smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing flavors to blend.
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Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
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Assemble tacos by dividing the plant-based meat evenly among tortillas.
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Top with lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, avocado slices, and cilantro.
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Add a spoonful of vegan sour cream or salsa if desired.
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Serve with lime wedges and enjoy!
Notes
For a spicy kick, add chopped jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
You can substitute lettuce with shredded cabbage for extra crunch.
Use gluten-free tortillas to make this dish gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vegan tacos, plant-based meat, easy meatless tacos, vegan dinner recipe, weeknight vegan meals