Best 6 Quick Vegetarian Taco Salad Recipes

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Looking for a quick and easy vegetarian taco salad recipe? You're in luck! This article will provide you with the best vegetarian taco salad recipes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied. From classic recipes to more innovative options, you're sure to find a recipe that suits your needs and preferences. So gather your ingredients, grab a bowl, and get ready to create a delicious and healthy vegetarian taco salad that's sure to become a family favorite.

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VEGETARIAN TACO SALAD



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The cute tortilla bowls that hold this Southwestern salad are a snap to bake int the oven. We use canned beans that include hot spices to punch up the flavor. -Susan LeBrun of Sulphur, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches)
6 cups shredded romaine
1/2 cup canned pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 small tomato, chopped
1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1/4 cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives, drained
Sliced jalapeno peppers, optional
DRESSING:
1/2 cup fat-free sour cream
2 tablespoons fat-free ranch salad dressing
1 teaspoon taco seasoning
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, optional

Steps:

  • Place four 10-oz. custard cups upside down in a shallow baking pan; set aside. Place the tortillas in a single layer on ungreased baking sheets. , Bake at 425° for 1 minute. Place a tortilla over each custard cup, pinching sides to form a bowl shape. Bake for 7-8 minutes or until crisp. Remove tortillas from cups to cool on wire racks., In a large bowl, combine the romaine, beans, tomato, cheese, onions, olives and jalapenos if desired. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad ; toss to coat. Serve in tortilla bowls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 485mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

QUICK TACO SALAD



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This is a simple make-your-own taco salad. Both my kids, ages six and two, LOVE this! I have made this both with two boneless chicken breasts and beef. Both are a great hit and so easy. I have also used this for Super Bowl party... they LOVED it!

Provided by Amy Tapscott Harvel

Categories     Salad     Taco Salad Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds ground beef chuck
2 envelopes taco seasoning mix
1 ½ cups water
1 onion, chopped
2 cups green leaf lettuce, shredded
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cups shredded Cheddar/Monterey Jack cheese blend
½ cup chopped black olives
2 cups salsa
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
1 cup sour cream
1 (10.5 ounce) bag corn chips (such as Fritos®)

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until crumbly and no longer pink, about 10 minutes; drain excess grease. Mix in taco seasoning mix and water. Bring the beef mixture to a boil and cook until thickened, about 10 more minutes. Transfer beef to a serving bowl.
  • Place chopped onion, lettuce, cherry tomatoes, Cheddar cheese, black olives, salsa, jalapeno peppers, sour cream, and corn chips in individual serving bowls. Allow diners to assemble their own salads from the ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 637.5 calories, Carbohydrate 36.8 g, Cholesterol 100.8 mg, Fat 40.5 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 30.1 g, SaturatedFat 15.5 g, Sodium 1611.1 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

VEGAN TACO SALAD



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The best salads are made with ingredients that have different textures and complementary flavors. In this vegan taco salad, you'll love the crunch of the tortilla chips with the sweet, crisp lettuce and "meaty" crumble mixture. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 package (12 ounces) frozen vegetarian meat crumbles
1-1/2 cups salsa, divided
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
8 cups torn romaine
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup coarsely crushed tortilla chips
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
2 roma tomatoes, chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
1/4 cup vegan ranch salad dressing
Lime wedges, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add pepper and onion; cook and stir until tender, 5-7 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in crumbles, 3/4 cup salsa, chili powder and cumin; cook and stir until heated through, 3-5 minutes., In a large bowl, combine lettuce, beans, tortilla chips, corn, tomato, avocado, cilantro and crumble mixture. Combine remaining salsa and vegan ranch, poor over salad and toss to coat. If desired, serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 807mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

QUICK VEGETARIAN TACO SALAD



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Here is a fast, cheap, healthy, and easy dinner! Most of the cooking time is actually done within the preparation time.

Provided by Teej4734

Categories     Soy/Tofu

Time 25m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb morningstar farms grillers burger style recipe crumbles vegetarian ground beef
1 package taco seasoning mix (I use Aroostooks' Taco Seasoning Mix)
1/4 cup water
1 cup cooked kidney bean
1 cup frozen corn kernels
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies
1 head green leaf lettuce or 1 head red leaf lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces.
1/2 cup shredded jalapeno jack cheese, shredded (optional)
1 package taco shell (I use El Lago)
1 cup nonfat yogurt (optional)
1 cup salsa (optional)
2 tablespoons mayonnaise (optional)

Steps:

  • Put diced tomatoes and taco seasoning mix into a pan on medium-low heat.
  • Rinse the diced tomato can with 1/4 cup water and add that to pan.
  • Stir taco mix in thoroughly.
  • Add the Prime Grillers Crumbles and the corn, and stir occasionally until heated through.
  • Add the beans and stir just until heated.
  • While mixture is heating, rinse and pat or spin dry the lettuce, and tear it into bite-size pieces.
  • Pile the lettuce onto plates, and top with taco mixture.
  • Top with grated cheese if desired.
  • Crumble two taco shells on top of each salad.
  • If you would like extra sauce, make and top with the optional dressing.

VEGETARIAN TACO SALAD



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Nobody will miss the meat in this colorful, zesty vegetarian taco salad. The rice and bean mixture can be made ahead and the salad quickly assembled at mealtime. Recipe by Nancy Baggett for EatingWell.

Provided by EatingWell Test Kitchen

Categories     Healthy Mexican Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 1/2 cups fresh corn kernels (see Tip) or frozen, thawed
4 large tomatoes
1 1/2 cups cooked long-grain brown rice (see Tip)
1 15-ounce can black, kidney or pinto beans, rinsed
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano, divided
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
⅓ cup prepared salsa
2 cups shredded iceberg or romaine lettuce
1 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese
2 ½ cups coarsely crumbled tortilla chips
Lime wedges for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion and corn; cook, stirring, until the onion begins to brown, about 5 minutes. Coarsely chop 1 tomato. Add it to the pan along with rice, beans, chili powder, 1 teaspoon oregano and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring frequently, until the tomato cooks down, about 5 minutes. Let cool slightly.
  • Coarsely chop the remaining 3 tomatoes. Combine with cilantro, salsa and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon oregano in a medium bowl.
  • Toss lettuce in a large bowl with the bean mixture, half the fresh salsa and 2/3 cup cheese. Serve sprinkled with tortilla chips and the remaining cheese, passing lime wedges and the remaining fresh salsa at the table.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392.2 calories, Carbohydrate 52.1 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 9.1 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 481.3 mg, Sugar 10.3 g

TACO SALAD



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Katherine's Famous Vegetarian Taco Salad; layered, so chips don't get soggy! Top with sour cream or guacamole if you'd like. We like to make our own bowls for individual tastes.

Provided by KITKATY

Categories     Salad     Taco Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (19 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (12 ounce) package frozen vegetarian burger crumbles
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
2 onions, chopped
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa
1 (14.5 ounce) package corn tortilla chips
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 head leaf lettuce - rinsed, dried and torn into bite-size pieces
4 tomatoes, diced

Steps:

  • In a medium-size mixing bowl combine beans, burger, taco seasoning, onions, salsa, and refrigerate.
  • When ready to serve, layer in individual bowls: chips, cheese, lettuce, bean mixture, and top with diced tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 675.7 calories, Carbohydrate 81.2 g, Cholesterol 33.9 mg, Fat 26.4 g, Fiber 18.7 g, Protein 32.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 1850.8 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right tortillas: Corn or flour tortillas can be used for this recipe. If you're looking for a gluten-free option, corn tortillas are a good choice.
  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh vegetables and herbs will give your taco salad the best flavor. If possible, use organic ingredients.
  • Don't overload the tortillas: When assembling your taco salad, don't overload the tortillas. Otherwise, they'll be difficult to eat.
  • Use a variety of toppings: The great thing about taco salad is that you can use a variety of toppings. Some popular options include shredded cheese, sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.
  • Serve immediately: Taco salad is best served immediately. Otherwise, the tortillas will get soggy.

Conclusion:

Taco salad is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that's perfect for busy weeknights. It's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With its customizable toppings, everyone can find something they'll enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give taco salad a try. You won't be disappointed.

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