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BEST Authentic Mexican VEGAN TACOS ~ Gardein Beefless Ground Easy Affordable Plant Based Tacos

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Vegan Tacos

Cultural Context

Vegan tacos are a modern twist on traditional Mexican street food, which typically features meat and cheese. They reflect a growing trend towards plant-based diets while maintaining the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine. These tacos celebrate fresh vegetables and legumes, making them both nutritious and satisfying. Today, they are enjoyed globally, often customized with various toppings and fillings to suit diverse palates.

MexicanMXmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 medium red onion
1 lime
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 lb Gardein Beefless Ground
2 tablespoons coconut oil
1 teaspoon pepper adobo
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon cumin

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

black beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Lentils offer similar protein content with fewer calories.

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed peas

💰Cheaper: sliced cucumbers

Mashed peas provide creaminess with lower fat.

corn tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: flour tortillas

Whole wheat adds fiber without sacrificing taste.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell peppers offer sweetness without heat.

1

Finely dice the onion and cut the limes in half.

2

Let the Gardein Beefless Ground sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes to absorb seasoning.

3

Pour the Gardein Beefless Ground into a bowl.

4

Squeeze both limes into the bowl and mix everything together for even flavor.

5

Add garlic to the mixture and mix again.

6

Add pepper adobo and mix.

7

Stir in the diced onion.

8

Heat coconut oil in a pot over medium-high heat until melted.

9

Add the Gardein Beefless Ground to the pot and mix.

10

Add paprika to the pot and let it cook for five minutes.

11

Add cumin and let it cook for about 10 minutes more until firm.

12

Heat up corn tortillas on the stove for serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

skilletknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganplant-basedgluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Also Known As

Plant-Based TacosVegetarian Tacos
Local Name: tacos veganos

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