Vegan taco recipes aren't just for Taco Tuesday! These tacos are delicious any day of the week. Here you'll find everything to satisfy all of your taco cravings, including black bean tacos, seitan tacos, tofu tacos, and veggie tacos, as well as taco salads and taco fixings.
Vegan Tacos
When people learn that I'm vegan, they often ask what I make tacos with. My answer? Just about anything! Ground beef isn't necessary. You can fill your tacos with everything from black beans and chickpeas to tofu, soy curls, and cauliflower. Nothing is off limits in the vegan world of tacos.
National Taco Day
Did you know that October 4th is National Taco Day? I know, I know... there seems to be a day for everything now. It's getting ridiculous. But who wouldn't want to take a day out of the year to celebrate the wonder that is the taco? (I'm down for tacos any day of the week, to be honest.) Here are some of my favorite vegan taco recipes to help you celebrate this delicious holiday.
Vegan Taco Recipes
Vegan Bean Taco Recipes
Double Shelled Black Bean Tacos
Can’t decide between soft tortillas or a hard shell for your tacos? Now you don’t have to! These Double-Shelled Black Bean Tacos are filled with Spanish rice, creamy black beans, and pico de gallo, and they’re made with both soft and hard taco shells.
Sesame Black Bean Tacos
This fusion-style taco recipe was based on a non-vegan recipe I found in a magazine, and it was one of my first assignments for Rouxbe's Plant-Based Professional Program.Throw some ingredients into the slow cooker before work, and you've got tacos for dinner when you get home! This recipe from Vegan Slow Cooking for Two by Kathy Hester is super simple and yet very delicious.
Buffalo Chickpea Tacos
You’ll want to make everyday Taco Tuesday after you sample a taste of these spicy Buffalo Chickpea Tacos from Vegan Richa’s Everyday Kitchen.
Vegan Seitan, Tempeh, and Tofu Tacos
Jenna's Seitan Tacos with Mango and Chipotle Aioli
My friend Jenna and I made these tacos at the Bethlehem VegFest a few years ago and they were a big hit with the crowd. They've become a big hit with me too!
Seitan Chimichurri Tacos
These tacos began as an experiment with sauces that I had leftover in the fridge, and they've since become one of my favorite taco recipes.
Tempeh Tacos
These tacos come together quickly, making them a great dinner option for any busy weeknight! The filling can be used for taco salads and burrito bowls, too!
Chorizo Tacos
Vegan Chorizo Tacos are my go-to meal on busy nights. They’re super easy to make, and even easier if you have pre-chopped veggies on hand.
Three Layer Tacos with Kale Slaw
In this easy recipe from The High Protein Vegan Cookbook by Ginny Kay McMeans, tacos are loaded with beans, marinated tofu, and spicy kale slaw.
Vegan Vegetable Taco Recipes
Crispy Cauliflower Tacos
Made with baked cauliflower, these meatless tacos are sure to make a vegetable lover out of just about anyone!
BBQ Cauliflower Tacos
Celebrate Taco Tuesday with easy-to-make Boot Kickin’ BBQ Cauliflower Tacos from Vegan BBQ Without a Grill by Linda & Alex Meyer!
Other Vegan Taco Recipes
Raw Sunflower Seed Tacos
Too hot to cook? That's okay. These sunflower seed "meat" tacos don't require any heat. Don't let the long list of ingredients fool you – they're easy to make, and can be made with store-bought sauces instead of homemade, if you're pressed for time.
Soy Curl and Kimchi Tacos
Made with savory Soy Curls and spicy kimchi, these easy-to-make Soy Curl and Kimchi Tacos are perfect for busy weeknights.
Vegan Taco Salad Recipes
Roasted Chickpea Taco Salad
In this dish, crunchy roasted chickpeas are tossed together with crushed tortilla chips chips and fresh veggies in one cozy bowl.
Raw Taco Salad with Spicy Chipotle Aioli and Cashew Sour Cream
If you're not into tortillas, that's okay. You can eat your taco in salad form with this recipe.
Taco Fixings
Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix
It’s so easy to make your own taco seasoning at home! This mix recipe is prepared with just a few ingredients, and it comes together in a matter of minutes!
Fresh Tomato Salsa
This recipe is here for all of your snack time needs. Serve this homemade dip with tortilla chips or cut veggies as an appetizer, or use it as a taco topper.
Avocado Salsa Verde
Top your tacos off with this salsa verde-gucamole hybrid. Or serve it on the side with tortilla chips.
Jalapeno Lime Aioli
This recipe sauce will add a spicy kick to just about any dish! Drizzle it on tacos like hot sauce, spread in on sandwiches instead of mayonnaise, and pour it onto salads in the place of dressing.
Chipotle Lime Dressing
This creamy homemade vegan dressing might just be your new favorite condiment! Spread it on sandwiches instead of mayonnaise, drizzle on tacos as a sauce, and pour it on salads as a dressing.
Chimichurri
Chimichurri sauce is super easy to make and extremely versatile to cook with. I love to use it as a taco topper.
What are your favorite types of tacos?
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