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    Home » Dinner

    Ten flavorful vegetarian taco recipes

    Published: Sep 13, 2023 · Modified: Oct 16, 2023 by Trish Bozeman · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    You won't miss the meat in these hearty vegetarian taco recipes! Ten of the most flavor packed meatless taco ideas for tasty weeknight meals.

    A photo of five small sweet potato tacos on a white plate.

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    Craving some mega flavorful tacos for dinner tonight? Here are ten of the best veggie tacos to satisfy your craving!

    Whether you're a vegetarian or vegan seeking some meatless taco ideas, or a carnivore looking to add plant based protein to your meals, these tacos are here to prove that meatless can be as satisfying as it is delicious.

    From zesty black bean fillings to mouthwatering roasted veggies, these veggie taco recipes will have you coming back for seconds, thirds, and beyond.

    Let's fill some warm tortillas with flavorful plant based protein and veggies and enjoy meatless taco Tuesday!

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    • Why you'll love these
    • Recipes
    • Serving suggestions
    • Recommended equipment and resources
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    Why you'll love these

    Picture this: a sizzle in the skillet, your favorite Mexican inspired spices, and the aroma of freshly warmed tortillas wafting through your kitchen. It's taco night for the family!

    This list of tacos has many different protein options to choose from as well as fresh veggies, flavorful sauces, and all your favorite taco toppings.

    Taco night is perfect for a family weeknight dinner because tacos are so versatile! Make a batch of taco filling alongside some warm tortillas and let everyone choose their toppings and/or sauces.

    Recipes

    There's something for everyone in this list of ten vegetarian taco recipes!

    Vegan tofu tacos with cilantro sauce

    In this recipe, humble tofu is marinated for maximum flavor, and then pan fried to crispy, golden perfection. Pair the tacos with a vibrant cilantro sauce that adds a zesty, spicy kick to every bite.

    A photo of three crispy tofu tacos topped with cilantro sauce.
    Vegan tofu tacos with cilantro sauce
    Vegan tofu tacos recipe with crispy tofu and cilantro sauce! A mouthwatering, plant-based taco recipe you'll love. Perfect for taco night!
    Check out this recipe
    A square photo of tofu tacos with cilantro sauce on top.

    Butternut squash and black bean tacos

    The sweet meets spicy meets earthy flavors in these butternut squash and black bean tacos are EVERYTHING. The butternut squash is sweet and squashy, but coated in spices. The mushrooms give that earthy flavor that make these tacos seem "meaty." The tomatillos give that tart, acidic flavor, and the black beans make these seem like true tacos rather than just veggies in a tortilla.

    A photo of small butternut squash tacos lined up on a festive rectangular plate.
    Sheet pan butternut squash tacos with black beans
    Easy sheet pan butternut squash tacos recipe! Vegetarian sheet pan veggie tacos are perfect for a weeknight meal.
    Check out this recipe
    Butternut squash tacos in corn tortillas

    Ale marinated sweet potato tacos

    There is so much flavor in the beer marinated sweet potato filling, that you can keep the toppings super simple. Some corn (charred if you like), onion, cilantro, avocado, and some hot sauce. Maybe a good squeeze of fresh lime. So good.

    A photo of five sweet potato tacos lined up on a white plate.
    Winter ale roasted sweet potato tacos
    Winter ale roasted sweet potato tacos recipe! This easy vegan sweet potato tacos recipe requires minimal prep and is loaded with flavor. The perfect tacos for beer lovers!
    Check out this recipe
    Roasted sweet potato tacos

    Pinto bean taco lettuce wraps

    The pinto bean and pecan taco "meat" for these lettuce boats is super simple to whip together. Everything gets pulsed in a food processor and then heated up in a pan. Dinner is on the table in just 15 minutes!

    A photo of three romaine lettuce boats stuffed with taco filling, avocado, cilantro, and sour cream.
    Pecan pinto bean taco lettuce wraps
    15-minute vegan pecan pinto bean taco lettuce wraps! Easy pinto pecan taco filling in romaine lettuce boats with your favorite pinto bean taco toppings. YUM!
    Check out this recipe
    Plant based taco lettuce wraps

    Portobello fajita tacos

    These are quick, fuss-free, and best of all absolutely delicious. They are different than how fajitas are served at Mexican Restaurants, but so much easier. You won't miss the meat thanks to the "meaty" portobello mushrooms.

    A photo of five portobello fajita tacos on a white plate.
    Sheet pan vegetarian fajitas
    Easy sheet pan vegetarian fajitas recipe! You won’t miss the meat in these portobello veggie fajitas cooked on a sheet pan in the oven. Perfect for a weeknight dinner!
    Check out this recipe
    Vegetarian fajitas on a white plate

    Corn and black bean tacos

    Simple and delicious, fresh corn and black bean tacos recipe! Topped with limy, smoky, sour cream sauce and all your favorite taco toppings. Ready in just 30 minutes!

    A photo of three corn and black bean tacos on a white plate.
    Corn and black bean tacos
    Simple and delicious, fresh corn and black bean tacos recipe! Topped with limy, smoky, sour cream and all your favorite taco toppings. Ready in just 30 minutes!
    Check out this recipe
    Fresh corn and black bean tacos with smoky sour cream // Rhubarbarians

    Potato, egg, and cheese breakfast tacos

    Breakfast for dinner, anyone? These vegetarian breakfast tacos are great for a weekend breakfast or a weeknight meal. Add some avocado and pico de Gallo and everyone will be impressed!

    A photo of an open faced potato, egg, and cheese breakfast taco.
    Potato Egg and Cheese Breakfast Tacos
    These Potato Egg and Cheese Breakfast Tacos look like they came from a restaurant, but you can easily make them in your own kitchen!
    Check out this recipe
    Potato Egg and Cheese Breakfast Tacos

    Soyrizo tacos with adobe creme

    These Soyrizo Tacos are stuffed with homemade vegan chorizo and quick pickled red cabbage, topped off with a smoky adobo crème. Go for your favorite store bought soyrizo for a super fast weeknight meal!

    A photo of small soyrizo tacos lined up on a wooden serving pltter.
    Soyrizo Tacos: Homemade Veg-Friendly Chorizo and Adobo Crème
    These Soyrizo Tacos are stuffed with homemade vegan chorizo and quick pickled red cabbage, topped off with a smoky adobo crème.
    Check out this recipe
    Soyrizo Tacos: Homemade Veg-Friendly Chorizo and Adobo Crème

    BBQ jackfruit tacos

    Jackfruit is great in tacos because it has a meaty texture that mixes SO well with BBQ sauce. Shredded jackfruit is simmered in sweet BBQ sauce and paired with a delicious mango-avocado salsa in these easy vegan tacos!

    A photo of three small bbq jackfruit tacos on a pink plate.
    BBQ Jackfruit Tacos with Mango Avocado Salsa
    Jackfruit is simmered in a sweet BBQ sauce and paired with a delicious mango-avocado salsa in these easy vegan tacos!
    Check out this recipe
    BBQ Jackfruit Tacos with Mango Avocado Salsa

    Vegan lentil tacos

    These vegan lentil tacos are a delicious plant-based dinner filled with plenty of spicy flavor! These tacos are easy to assemble, and you can customize them with all your favorite toppings!

    A photo of small lentil tacos lined up on a black plate next to avocado and tortilla chips.
    Vegan Lentil Tacos
    These vegan lentil tacos are a delicious plant-based dinner with plenty of spicy flavor! These tacos are easy to assemble and you can customize them with all your favorite toppings!
    Check out this recipe
    Vegan Lentil Tacos

    Serving suggestions

    Taco night is always great for family weeknight dinner. So many options to please any diet restrictions and preferences.

    Keep the taco filling separate and let everyone at your table choose their own toppings and sauces. That way everyone is happy!

    Serve your veggie tacos alongside rice, beans, charred corn, or maybe chips and salsa!

    Favorite taco toppings:

    • avocado or guacamole
    • shredded cabbage or lettuce
    • shredded cheese
    • sour cream
    • pickled jalapenos
    • salsa or taco sauce
    • fresh tomato
    • fresh or pickled red onion
    • sliced radish
    • fresh cilantro

    Favorite salsas and taco sauces:

    • creamy vegan cilantro sauce
    • smoky sour cream taco sauce
    • strawberry pico de gallo
    • green chile avocado sauce
    • sour cream enchilada sauce

    Recommended equipment and resources

    Equipment:

    • Tortilla warmer
    • Tortilla press if making your own tortillas
    • Festive serving bowls
    • Citrus juicer for limes
    • Blender for making sauces

    Resources:

    • The Trader Joe's super firm tofu is hands down the best for tacos.
    • Also, the Trader Joe's soyrizo is amazing!
    • You can check out ten of my favorite salsa and taco sauces here.

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