Best 4 Vegetarian Chickpea Tacos Recipes

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Looking for a delicious and nutritious vegetarian meal? Look no further than vegetarian chickpea tacos! This flavorful dish is made with simple ingredients like chickpeas, vegetables, and seasonings. Chickpeas are a great source of plant-based protein and fiber, making them an ideal meat substitute in these tacos. With endless possibilities for customization, vegetarian chickpea tacos can be tailored to suit your taste preferences and dietary needs.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

VEGETARIAN CHICKPEA TACOS



Vegetarian Chickpea Tacos image

Quick healthy tacos that the kids will go crazy for. Use this mixture as you would taco meat in taco shells or tortillas. Add desired toppings and enjoy!

Provided by Dana D

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Taco Recipes     Vegetarian Taco Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (15 ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
¾ cup water
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix (such as Taco Bell®)
8 taco shells

Steps:

  • Place chickpeas in a saucepan over medium heat. Add water and taco seasoning. Cook and stir until thoroughly heated, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat. Mash mixture to crush chickpeas.
  • Divide chickpea filling evenly among taco shells.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.8 calories, Carbohydrate 55.3 g, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 1054.1 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

AIR FRYER VEGETARIAN CAULIFLOWER AND CHICKPEA TACOS



Air Fryer Vegetarian Cauliflower and Chickpea Tacos image

Cauliflower and chickpeas blended with seasoning, air-fried to crispy perfection, and topped with a creamy cilantro sauce.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained
1 small head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup sour cream (such as Daisy®)
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
⅛ cup lime juice
1 tablespoon Sriracha
salt to taste
6 (6 inch) corn tortillas

Steps:

  • Preheat an air fryer to 370 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, salt, and garlic powder in a large bowl. Add chickpeas and cauliflower and stir until evenly coated.
  • Stir together sour cream, cilantro, lime juice, and Sriracha in a bowl until evenly combined. Season with salt to taste.
  • Place cauliflower mixture in the basket of the air fryer. Cook for 10 minutes, stir, and cook for another 10 minutes. Stir once more and cook until desired crispness, about 5 more minutes.
  • Spoon cauliflower mixture into corn tortillas and top with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.9 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Cholesterol 16.9 mg, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 616 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

CRUNCHY ROASTED CHICKPEA TACOS



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Roasted chickpeas aren't just a fun snack, they make an excellent plant-based filling for tacos. The trick to getting them super crispy is to pat the chickpeas completely dry before seasoning. For the finishing touch, channel the flavors of falafel and drizzle the tacos with a spicy tahini sauce!

Provided by Gabriela Rodiles

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 tacos

Number Of Ingredients 16

Two 15-ounce cans chickpeas, rinsed, drained and patted dry
1 tablespoon olive oil or neutral oil
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic salt, or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder mixed with 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 small red or yellow onion, thinly sliced
3 radishes, thinly sliced
1/3 cup red wine vinegar, white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 cup tahini
Juice of 1 lime or lemon
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1 orange
1 avocado, pitted and peeled
Six 6-inch flour or corn tortillas
1/3 cup corn nuts or corn chips or tortilla chips, crushed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Toss the chickpeas with the oil, cumin, garlic salt and a few grinds of pepper in a medium bowl. Spread evenly on a rimmed baking sheet and roast until golden and crispy in spots, about 20 minutes.
  • While the chickpeas roast, combine the onion, radishes, vinegar, sugar, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and a few grinds of pepper in another medium bowl. Make sure the vegetables are completely submerged and set aside to slightly pickle, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, whisk together the tahini, lime or lemon juice, hot sauce, 1/4 cup water and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt in a third medium bowl until smooth.
  • Using a sharp knife (chef's or paring), cut both ends off the orange. Stand the orange on one end and cut away the peel and white pith, following the contour of the fruit. Working over a small bowl, carefully cut in between the membranes to remove the orange segments, letting them drop into the bowl; discard any seeds. Cut the segments in half crosswise. Squeeze the juice from the membranes into a fourth medium bowl, then add the avocado and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt and mash together with a potato masher.
  • Carefully toast 1 of the tortillas directly over a medium-high flame on a gas burner, watching closely, until dark char marks appear, about 1 minute. (If you have an electric burner, toast the tortillas in a dry cast-iron skillet.) Use heatproof tongs to flip the tortilla and repeat on the other side. Transfer to a large serving platter and repeat with the remaining tortillas.
  • Spread some of the mashed avocado on each of the tortillas (this will act as a ''glue'' for the chickpeas). Dividing evenly, top with the roasted chickpeas, pickled onions and radishes, oranges and corn nuts (or crushed chips), then drizzle with the tahini sauce.

CHIPOTLE CHICKPEA TACOS RECIPE BY TASTY



Chipotle Chickpea Tacos Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: olive oil, chickpeas, low sodium soy sauce, chipotle chili powder, garlic powder, tortilla

Provided by Rachel Gaewski

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon olive oil
15 oz chickpeas, 1 can, drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
tortilla, to serve

Steps:

  • Add the olive oil to a pan over medium heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the chickpeas and cook until slightly golden, stirring occasionally.
  • Add soy sauce, chipotle chili powder, and garlic powder to the chickpeas and sauté for 3-4 more minutes, until golden brown.
  • Serve on warm tortillas with desired taco toppings.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422 calories, Carbohydrate 58 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 17 grams, Protein 20 grams, Sugar 10 grams

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked chickpeas or canned chickpeas. Be sure to rinse and drain them well before using.
  • For a spicier taco, add a teaspoon or two of chili powder or cayenne pepper to the chickpea mixture.
  • If you don't have taco seasoning, you can make your own by combining chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and salt.
  • For a healthier taco, use whole-wheat tortillas or lettuce wraps instead of regular tortillas.
  • Top your tacos with your favorite toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, sour cream, cheese, or pico de gallo.

Conclusion:

These vegetarian chickpea tacos are a delicious and easy meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are packed with flavor and nutrients, and they can be customized to your liking. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a fun and festive party appetizer, these tacos are sure to be a hit.

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