15 Protein-packed, Plant-Based, and Delicious Taco Recipes – One Green Planet

Tacos are one of the most versatile and fun dishes to make. Made from flour or corn, tacos can be stuffed with a variety of fillings, some very traditional, others quite inventive.

If you want to turn tacos into a full-on meal, make them loaded with protein-rich ingredients like beans, tofu, tempeh, and nuts.

From cashew cheese and walnut meat to chickpea chorizo ​​and tempeh gyros, these OGP taco recipes are full of flavor, fun, and packed with plant-based protein.

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1. Delicious Breakfast Tacos

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Tacos for breakfast? Yes you should! These delicious breakfast tacos by Robyn Brown are packed with protein, flavor, and a dash of spice. It’s a delicious recipe that’s perfect for a weekend brunch or any time you want to have breakfast for dinner.

2. Chickpea chorizo ​​tacos

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This hot and spicy chickpea chorizo ​​is similar to soybean chorizo, minus the soy. The chickpeas are pulverized in a food processor with flavorful sun-dried tomatoes and then cooked in a skillet with a hot and spicy sauce to create a meaty, “chorizo” flavor. Stephanie McKinney’s Chickpea Chorizo ​​Tacos are topped with crunchy lettuce, vegan sour cream, vegan cheese, and lots of guacamole to balance out the heat.

3. Black bean tacos with avocado dressing

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Shaniqua Graham White’s recipe for Black Bean Tacos with Avocado Dressing is full of flavor, spice and color with beans, red cabbage, tomatoes, spinach, mango and jalapeño for a healthy, plant-based protein-packed lunch or dinner that can be made in just minutes.

4. Black bean and tofu tacos

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These Black Bean and Tofu Tacos by Vicki Coates are the perfect addition to your next Taco Tuesday. Crispy taco shells filled with a delicious mix of tofu and black beans are a unique combination. This recipe is super quick and easy to make; you can prepare it in under 30 minutes. Plus, black beans are a vegan staple; they’re super versatile and packed with protein and fiber.

5. Tofu chorizo ​​taco salad

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Annie Kimmelman’s Tofu Chorizo ​​Taco Salad is hearty, delicious, and super easy to make. Highlights of this salad include vegan shredded cheese, crispy romaine lettuce, and flavorful tofu chorizo, making it the perfect weekly meal planner.

6. Quick and Easy Refried Bean and Veggie Tacos

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These easy and quick refried bean and veggie tacos by Maria Koutsogiannis are incredibly easy to make and take very little prep time. While the refried beans and protein are warming, gently warm the taco shells in the oven, then stuff everything inside the warm taco shells and serve with guacamole. These tacos are hassle-free and can make every night taco night.

7. Marinated Tempeh Gyro Tacos with Cucumber Salsa

Source: Marinated Tempeh Gyro Tacos with Cucumber Salsa

Take a fresh look at gyros with Alison Edmund’s Marinated Tempeh Gyro Tacos with Cucumber Salsa. Tempeh is marinated in a Greek flavor blend, combined with dairy-free tzatziki sauce, and topped with cucumber “salsa.” Packed with flavor, it’s perfect for your next Taco Tuesday.

8. Walnut Soft Tacos

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Sarah and Peter Hagstrom’s Meaty Walnut Soft Tacos are a surprisingly original way to add meaty texture and flavor to your tacos while also providing a healthy serving of protein. Chopped walnuts marinated in soy sauce and a host of spices make a great meat substitute.

9. Chickpea and tempeh tacos with cashew cream

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Taavi Moore’s Chickpea and Tempeh Tacos with Cashew Cream can be made in under an hour and are full of flavor: savory, tangy, and lightly spiced.

10. Crockpot Quinoa Lentil Tacos

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Tis the season to use your crockpot, especially these Crockpot Quinoa Lentil Tacos by Crissy Cavanaugh.

11. Lentil tacos

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These lentil tacos by Lan Pham Wilson are perfect for meal prep because they’re easy to make ahead of time, plus they’re loaded with lentils, making them both hearty and super delicious.

12. Quinoa and red bean tacos with mango salsa

Source: Quinoa and red bean tacos with mango salsa

Quinoa and Red Bean Tacos with Mango Salsa by Alenoosh Matakupan are the ultimate comfort food and so delicious — plus, they’re not that hard to make.

13. Tandoori Tofu Scrambled Tacos

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Are you tired of the same old brunch? We are, which is why we’re super excited about Maya Sozer’s Tandoori Tofu Scramble Tacos. The Tandoori Tofu Scramble is full of flavor, has just the right amount of spice, and is served on a corn tortilla with arugula, avocado, red cabbage, and red onion. This quick and delicious dish is the perfect way to start your day.

14. Roasted vegetable tacos with spicy cashew cheese

15. Smoky cabbage and avocado cashew tacos

Source: Smoky Cashew Nut Tacos with Cabbage and Avocado

Smoky Cashew Tacos with Cabbage and Avocado by Juli Novotny look gourmet, but don’t be fooled. These simple veggie tacos are super easy to make, delicious and healthy. No cooking required, except for toasting the cashews ahead of time. Smoked paprika and coriander seeds add an explosion of flavor.

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