How to Make the Perfect Spicy Vegan Chickpea Tacos
Mexican · Easy · 35 minutes min · 4 servings
Delicious and filling tacos made with spiced chickpeas, avocado, and fresh veggies, wrapped in soft corn tortillas.
Why this recipe works
This Spicy Vegan Chickpea Tacos recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 35 minutes minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 320 calories with 15g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 17 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 1 can chickpeas
- 1 cup corn tortillas
- 1 cup chopped tomato
- 1 cup diced onion
- 1 cup diced avocado
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro
- 1 tbsp sliced jalapeños
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Prepare the chickpeas
Rinse and drain the chickpeas, then pat them dry.
Step 2: Sauté aromatics
Heat olive oil in a pan, add chopped onions and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant.
Step 3: Add spices
Stir in cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper, cooking for an additional minute.
Step 4: Combine chickpeas and veggies
Add chickpeas to the pan and toss to coat with spices. Add chopped tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes.
Step 5: Prepare tortillas
Warm corn tortillas in a separate pan or microwave.
Step 6: Assemble tacos
Fill tortillas with chickpea mixture, and top with avocado, lettuce, cilantro, and jalapeños.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- chickpeas → black beans
- corn tortillas → whole wheat tortillas
- avocado → guacamole
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Overcooking the chickpeas may lead to mushy texture.
- Not seasoning the mixture enough can make the dish bland.
- Using stale tortillas can ruin the wrap.
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 320 calories, 15g protein, 45g carbs, 10g fat, 12g fiber.
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