Chickpea Tacos with Mango Salsa
These vibrant chickpea tacos are seasoned with smoky taco spices and topped with a fresh and sweet mango salsa that provides the perfect contrast. They are a fun and festive plant-based taco option that everyone at the table will enjoy.
Smoky spiced chickpea tacos loaded with fresh sweet mango salsa for a vibrant weeknight meal.
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Ingredients
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base
salsa
spices
flavor
topping
Instructions
Season and Cook the Chickpeas
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with 1 tablespoon of oil. Add the drained chickpeas and taco seasoning, stirring to coat everything. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chickpeas are slightly crispy on the outside and fragrant with spice.
Make the Mango Salsa
While the chickpeas cook, combine the diced mango, fresh cilantro, and 1 tablespoon of lime juice in a small bowl. Stir together and season with a pinch of salt. The sweetness of the mango balances the smoky spiced chickpeas perfectly.
Warm the Tortillas
Warm the corn tortillas directly over a gas flame for 20 to 30 seconds per side using tongs, or heat them in a dry skillet for 1 minute per side until pliable and slightly charred at the edges. Keeping tortillas warm in a clean towel prevents them from drying out.
Assemble and Serve
Lay the warm tortillas flat and fill each one with a generous scoop of the spiced chickpeas. Top with a heaping spoonful of fresh mango salsa. Add a squeeze of the remaining lime juice over the top and serve immediately with extra cilantro on the side.
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