Best 3 Meatless Taco Salad Recipes

Welcome to the delightful world of meatless taco salad, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds and nourish your body. Whether you're a committed vegetarian, a health-conscious individual, or simply looking for a change from traditional beef tacos, this dish will surprise and satisfy. With a vibrant array of fresh vegetables, savory spices, and a delectable array of toppings, the meatless taco salad is a culinary journey that will leave you feeling energized, fulfilled, and inspired. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your appetite, and let's embark on a culinary adventure that will redefine your perception of vegetarian cuisine.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

MEATLESS TACO SALAD

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This colorful entree combines popular taco ingredients-minus the ground beef. And you won't miss the meat at all! I top each serving with a creamy guacamole dressing, crunchy corn chips and cheese. -Kimberly Dray, Pflugerville, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1/3 cup guacamole
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon prepared Italian salad dressing
1 tablespoon chopped green onions
2 tablespoons chopped green pepper
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
3 cups shredded lettuce
8 cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives
1/2 cup crushed corn chips
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, tomatoes, beans and olives. Arrange lettuce mixture on 2 serving plates; top with guacamole mixture. Sprinkle with corn chips and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486 calories, Fat 33g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 849mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

MEATLESS TACO SALAD

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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 33

Ingredients

3/4 cup Chermoula Sauce, recipe follows
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
1/4 cup vegetable juice or tomato sauce
2 poblano chiles
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
12 ounces button mushrooms, quartered
2 cups corn kernels (about 4 ears corn)
3 to 4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 red onion, chopped
1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
1 tablespoon chili powder, such as Gebhardt's
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup beer
One 15-ounce can diced tomatoes or tomatoes with green chiles
2 romaine hearts or 1 head of iceberg lettuce, chopped
Tortilla Strips, recipe follows
Crumbled queso fresco or shredded sharp white Cheddar
Pickled jalapeno pepper rings or banana pepper rings
Scallions
1/2 cup fresh basil
1/2 cup fresh cilantro
1/4 cup fresh mint
About 1/2 cup EVOO
2 to 3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and coarsely chopped
1 to 2 cloves garlic, grated or chopped
1 shallot, coarsely chopped
Juice of 1 lime
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Place the basil, cilantro, mint, EVOO, jalapenos, garlic, shallots, lime juice and some salt and pepper in the food processor and pulse to finely chop, about the same as a loose pesto.
8 corn tortillas
Natural nonstick cooking spray
Ground coriander
Ground cumin

Steps:

For the dressing: Whisk up the Chermoula Sauce with the vinegar and vegetable juice. Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
For the taco topping: Char the poblanos over a flame on a gas burners or char under the broiler until the skins are blackened all over. Place the peppers in a bowl. Cover and cool the peppers slightly. Then peel and seed the peppers, and chop. Reserve for later use.
Heat the oil over medium-high to high heat, add the mushrooms and brown a few minutes then add the corn and cook until it starts to brown as well, 5 to 7 minutes more. Add the garlic, onions, oregano, chili powder and some salt and pepper. Cook until the onions are tender crisp, couple of minutes, then deglaze pan with the beer. Add the tomatoes and poblanos, and cook to just heat through. Turn off the heat and cool. Store in the refrigerator for a make-ahead meal. Reheat over medium-high heat until just hot through.
To serve, line a serving platter, bowl or individual shallow bowls with the lettuce and fill with the warmed salad. Top with Tortilla Strips, cheese, peppers and scallions. Pour the dressing evenly over top and serve.
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Cut the tortillas in half and then into thin strips, 1/8- to 1/4-inch thick. Spray lightly with the nonstick cooking spray, then season with salt, and sprinkle with some coriander and cumin. Arrange on baking sheets in a single layer and bake until crisp.

WHOLE GRAIN MEATLESS TACO SALAD

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I modified this from a recipe in the Costco magazine. The original called for quinoa but that was $11/lb. The recipe also called for serving this on a bed of baby spinach with cheese and avocado.

Provided by sheepdoc

Categories Grains

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

3/4 cup Bulgar wheat
1 1/2 cups water
2 chicken bouillon cubes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 red onion, minced
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 large tomatoes, diced (or canned)
1 tablespoon lime juice

Steps:

Cook bulgar wheat in water with buillion cubes according to package directions.
Heat olive oil in saute pan over medium high heat.
Add onion and saute 3-5 minutes.
Add spices, garlic, and chopped pepper and saute 2 more minutes.
Remove from heat.
Stir in black beans, tomatoes, and lime juice.
Season with salt and pepper if needed.
Chill.

Tips:

Use a variety of fresh, flavorful ingredients. This will give your taco salad a delicious, well-rounded flavor.
Don't be afraid to experiment with different toppings. There are endless possibilities, so have fun and find what you like best.
Make sure your dressing is flavorful and well-balanced. The dressing is what really brings the taco salad together, so make sure it's packed with flavor.
Serve your taco salad immediately. This will prevent the dressing from making the salad soggy.

Conclusion:

Meatless taco salad is a delicious, healthy and versatile meal that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a variety of fresh, flavorful ingredients and a well-balanced dressing, you can create a taco salad that's sure to please everyone at the table.