Avocado Tacos Recipe
Avocado tacos are a delightful and nutritious twist on traditional tacos, perfect for those looking to enjoy a plant-based or vegetarian meal. These tacos are not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making them an ideal choice for busy weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through the recipe step by step, provide prep time, cook time, serving information, and detail the full nutrition values.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
For the Avocado Filling:
- 2 ripe avocados, peeled, pitted, and diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 small tomato, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped (adjust to your desired level of spiciness)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Taco Shells and Toppings:
- 8 small taco shells (corn or flour, as per your preference)
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1 cup diced yellow bell pepper
- 1 cup shredded vegan cheese (optional)
- Vegan sour cream or your favorite taco sauce (optional)
Instructions:
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the diced avocados, chopped red onion, diced tomato, fresh cilantro, jalapeño pepper, and minced garlic.
- Squeeze the juice of one lime over the avocado mixture and gently toss to combine. This lime juice not only adds a zesty flavor but also helps prevent the avocados from browning.
- Season the avocado mixture with salt and pepper to taste. The seasoning can be changed to suit your tastes.
- Warm the taco shells according per package directions. This usually involves placing them in the oven for a few minutes or heating them in a skillet.
- Once the taco shells are warm and slightly crispy, it’s time to assemble the tacos. Start by adding a generous spoonful of the avocado mixture to each taco shell.
- Next, add a layer of shredded lettuce and diced red and yellow bell peppers on top of the avocado mixture.
- If you prefer a cheesy element in your tacos, sprinkle some vegan cheese on each taco.
- To finish, drizzle with vegan sour cream or your favorite taco sauce for an extra burst of flavor.
- Serve the avocado tacos immediately while the taco shells are still warm and crispy.
Nutrition Values (Per Serving):
- Calories: 300
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 300mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 34g
- Dietary Fiber: 8g
- Sugars: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Vitamin D: 0%
- Calcium: 4%
- Iron: 6%
- Potassium: 650mg
Notes:
- You can customize these avocado tacos with additional toppings such as sliced black olives, diced red onions, or a sprinkle of your favorite hot sauce.
- To make these tacos even heartier, consider adding a protein source like black beans or grilled tofu.
- If you’re not following a vegan diet, feel free to use regular cheese and sour cream.
- Experiment with different types of taco shells or tortillas to find your favorite flavor and texture combination.
These avocado tacos are not only a delicious and satisfying meal but also a nutritious one, packed with healthy fats, fiber, and vitamins. Whether you’re a vegetarian or just looking to incorporate more plant-based options into your diet, these tacos are sure to become a favorite in your recipe rotation. Enjoy!
