Vegan Breakfast Tacos with Avocado
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Vegan Breakfast Tacos with Avocado are a hearty and flavorful way to start your day. The tofu scramble provides a protein-rich base with a hint of turmeric and spices, while the creamy avocado adds a satisfying richness. These tacos are a balanced and delicious breakfast option that’s perfect for mornings when you want something savory and satisfying.
INGREDIENTS
For the Tofu Scramble:
- 1 block firm tofu, crumbled
- 1/4 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/4 cup diced onions
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
For Assembling the Tacos:
- 4 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- Salsa or hot sauce (for serving)
- Fresh lime wedges (for serving)
INSTRUCTIONS
- In a non-stick skillet, sauté the diced onions and bell peppers until they are softened.
- Add the crumbled tofu to the skillet and cook for a few minutes until the tofu is heated through.
- Add turmeric, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the tofu. Stir well to combine and let it cook for another 3-4 minutes.
- If using nutritional yeast, stir it into the tofu scramble.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle chopped cilantro over the tofu scramble.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave according to package instructions.
- To assemble the tacos, place a scoop of the tofu scramble onto each tortilla.
- Top the tofu scramble with sliced avocado.
- Drizzle salsa or hot sauce over the avocado and tofu.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the tacos.
- Fold the tortillas over the filling to create tacos.
TIPS
- Customize the tofu scramble by adding other veggies like spinach, tomatoes, or mushrooms.
- You can also add black beans or refried beans as an additional filling.
- Garnish the tacos with chopped green onions, vegan sour cream, or chopped jalapenos if desired.
- Serve the tacos with a side of hash browns or a simple fruit salad for a complete breakfast.
NUTRITION VALUE
- Calories: Approximately 300-350 kcal per serving (for 2 tacos)
- Carbohydrates: Around 25-30g per serving (mainly from tortillas and vegetables)
- Protein: About 15-20g per serving (mainly from tofu)
- Dietary Fiber: Approximately 7-9g per serving (mainly from tortillas, tofu, and vegetables)
- Fats: Around 15-20g per serving (mainly from avocado and tofu)
