Vegetarian Tacos
Looking for a fresh and vibrant twist on taco night? These Vegetarian Tacos are bursting with bold, colorful flavors and packed with wholesome ingredients. Featuring a sautéed medley of red onion, red bell pepper, zucchini, black beans, and corn, seasoned to perfection with taco seasoning and a zesty lime-cilantro finish, this recipe offers a mouthwatering plant-based protein boost. Perfectly paired with creamy avocado slices, tangy salsa, and a sprinkle of crumbly cotija cheese, these tacos are irresistible in their balance of textures and flavors. Ready in just 35 minutes, served warm in tender corn tortillas, they’re ideal for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Whether you’re vegetarian or simply craving a healthy, flavorful meal, these tacos promise satisfaction with every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large, diced red onion
- 1 large, diced red bell pepper
- 1 medium, diced zucchini
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 15-ounce can, rinsed and drained black beans
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 0.25 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 juiced lime
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 sliced avocado
- 0.5 cup salsa
- 0.5 cup, crumbled cotija cheese
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced red onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
Stir in the diced red bell pepper and zucchini. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the corn kernels, rinsed black beans, and taco seasoning to the skillet. Mix well to combine.
Cook the mixture for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the vegetables to become tender.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side.
To assemble the tacos, place a large spoonful of the vegetable mixture onto each tortilla.
Top with slices of avocado, a spoonful of salsa, and a sprinkle of cotija cheese.
Serve immediately while the tacos are warm and enjoy your flavorful vegetarian meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
360 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.9 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 859 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.9 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.2 g | ||
| Protein | 12.7 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 198 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 586 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
