Vegetarian Turkey Tacos
Satisfy your taco cravings with these flavorful Vegetarian Turkey Tacos, a plant-based twist on a classic favorite! Packed with seasoned plant-based ground "turkey," aromatic spices like chili powder and cumin, and a medley of fresh toppings such as shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, creamy avocado, and chopped cilantro, these tacos are perfect for vegetarians and vegans alike. With a quick prep and cook time of just 25 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Served in warm corn tortillas and finished with a squeeze of lime, these tacos deliver all the deliciousness with none of the meat! Customize with your choice of plant-based cheese or sour cream for a fully vegan experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Plant-based ground 'turkey'
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 medium White onion, diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Chili powder
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 0.5 tsp Dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Water
- 8 small Corn tortillas
- 2 cups Shredded lettuce
- 1 cup Diced tomatoes
- 0.5 cup Shredded cheese (optional, use plant-based for vegan option)
- 0.5 cup Sour cream (optional, use plant-based for vegan option)
- 1 large Avocado, sliced
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 medium Lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the plant-based ground 'turkey' to the skillet and break it apart using a spatula. Cook for 4-5 minutes until browned.
Sprinkle the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper over the 'turkey'. Stir to combine.
Pour in 1/4 cup of water to help the spices coat the mixture evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Warm the corn tortillas by lightly toasting them in a dry skillet or wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 20-30 seconds.
Assemble the tacos by adding a scoop of the plant-based 'turkey' mixture to each tortilla.
Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado slices, and fresh cilantro as desired.
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
504 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.8 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 643 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.3 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.5 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.9 g | ||
| Protein | 23.1 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 235 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 957 mg | 20% | |
*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.
