Easy Vegetarian Tacos

Easy Vegetarian Tacos

25 min
4 servings

These Easy Vegetarian Tacos are filled with a rainbow of vegetables, black beans, and lots of fresh and delicious toppings! They make a great quick, easy, and healthy meal! You can have them on the dinner table in less than 30 minutes!

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1/2 red onion, (chopped)
  • 1 medium zucchini, (chopped)
  • 8 ounces mushrooms, (sliced)
  • 1 red bell pepper, (stemmed, seeded, and chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic, (minced)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 15 ounces black beans, (rinsed and drained)
  • Juice of 1/2 lime
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, (to taste)
  • Corn tortillas (charred or warmed, for serving)
  • Optional Toppings: (pickled red onions, shredded cabbage, avocado, pico de gallo, cilantro, queso fresco or shredded cheese)

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium high heat. Add the onion, zucchini, mushrooms, and bell pepper. Cook until vegetables are softened, stirring occasionally, about 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 more minute.

  2. 2

    Add the cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and oregano with 1 tablespoon of water. Stir until well combined. Gently stir in the black beans. Add the lime juice and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

  3. 3

    To assemble the tacos, place the veggie filling in a warm corn tortilla. Top with desired toppings and serve immediately.