19 Vegan Taco Recipes Everyone Will Enjoy

Taco night is a regular thing in my house, and going vegan didn’t change that one bit. In fact, it made it more fun to get creative with fillings. I’ve found that with the right spices and textures, you can make a taco that’s just as hearty and satisfying as any other.

These recipes are my favorites for a quick weeknight meal or a fun weekend dinner with friends.

They’re full of flavor, easy to make, and I promise even the non-vegans at your table will enjoy them.

1. Spicy Black Bean and Corn Tacos

Canned black beans and corn sautéed with onions, cumin, and chili powder. I serve them in warm corn tortillas with avocado and lime.

Nutrition per serving (2 tacos):

1. Calories: 280
2. Protein: 12g
3. Carbs: 52g
4. Fat: 5g
5. Fiber: 16g

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2. Crispy Buffalo Cauliflower Tacos

Cauliflower florets coated in buffalo sauce and baked until crispy, then stuffed into a tortilla with a cool, creamy ranch slaw.

Nutrition per serving (2 tacos):

1. Calories: 260
2. Protein: 7g
3. Carbs: 42g
4. Fat: 8g
5. Fiber: 9g

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3. Barbecue Jackfruit Tacos

Canned young jackfruit shredded and simmered in BBQ sauce until tender and smoky. Topped with tangy cabbage slaw for crunch.

Nutrition per serving (2 tacos):

1. Calories: 240
2. Protein: 4g
3. Carbs: 50g
4. Fat: 4g
5. Fiber: 10g

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4. Lentil Walnut “Taco Meat” Tacos

A hearty, savory filling made from cooked brown lentils and finely chopped walnuts seasoned with classic taco spices.

Nutrition per serving (2 tacos):

1. Calories: 320
2. Protein: 15g
3. Carbs: 35g
4. Fat: 14g
5. Fiber: 13g

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5. Grilled Portobello Mushroom Tacos

Marinated portobello mushroom caps grilled and sliced, served with pico de gallo and a sprinkle of cotija-style vegan cheese.

Nutrition per serving (2 tacos):

1. Calories: 180
2. Protein: 8g
3. Carbs: 25g
4. Fat: 7g
5. Fiber: 6g

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6. Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos

Roasted sweet potato cubes and seasoned black beans make a sweet and savory combo. I add a drizzle of lime crema.

Nutrition per serving (2 tacos):

1. Calories: 300
2. Protein: 10g
3. Carbs: 55g
4. Fat: 6g
5. Fiber: 14g

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7. “Chipotle” Sofritas Style Tofu Tacos

Crumbled extra-firm tofu cooked in a smoky, spicy chipotle tomato sauce. This is my copycat version of the restaurant favorite.

Nutrition per serving (2 tacos):

1. Calories: 220
2. Protein: 16g
3. Carbs: 20g
4. Fat: 9g
5. Fiber: 6g

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8. Fresh Mango Jalapeño Tacos

A light and refreshing taco with spiced black beans, diced mango, jalapeño, and cilantro. Perfect for a hot summer night.

Nutrition per serving (2 tacos):

1. Calories: 250
2. Protein: 9g
3. Carbs: 50g
4. Fat: 3g
5. Fiber: 12g

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9. Breakfast Tofu Scramble Tacos

A classic tofu scramble with turmeric, cumin, and bell peppers, served in a warm tortilla with salsa and avocado.

Nutrition per serving (2 tacos):

1. Calories: 280
2. Protein: 18g
3. Carbs: 28g
4. Fat: 12g
5. Fiber: 8g

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10. Crispy Potato and Chorizo Spice Tacos

Diced potatoes roasted with a smoky, spicy chorizo seasoning until crisp. Topped with a simple avocado lime sauce.

Nutrition per serving (2 tacos):

1. Calories: 310
2. Protein: 7g
3. Carbs: 48g
4. Fat: 11g
5. Fiber: 10g

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11. Thai Peanut Tempeh Tacos

Tempeh cubes marinated in a peanut lime sauce and baked, then topped with shredded carrots, cucumber, and more sauce.

Nutrition per serving (2 tacos):

1. Calories: 340
2. Protein: 20g
3. Carbs: 35g
4. Fat: 15g
5. Fiber: 8g

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12. Roasted Chickpea “Fish” Tacos

Chickpeas roasted with nori and Old Bay seasoning for a sea-like flavor, served with cabbage slaw and a creamy cilantro sauce.

Nutrition per serving (2 tacos):

1. Calories: 290
2. Protein: 11g
3. Carbs: 45g
4. Fat: 8g
5. Fiber: 12g

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13. Spanish Chickpea and Spinach Tacos

A flavorful filling inspired by Spanish espinacas con garbanzos, with smoked paprika and a touch of tomato.

Nutrition per serving (2 tacos):

1. Calories: 230
2. Protein: 10g
3. Carbs: 35g
4. Fat: 6g
5. Fiber: 11g

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14. Smoky Refried Bean and Rice Tacos

A simple, comforting combo of warm vegan refried beans and cilantro lime rice in a soft tortilla.

Nutrition per serving (2 tacos):

1. Calories: 320
2. Protein: 11g
3. Carbs: 60g
4. Fat: 5g
5. Fiber: 14g

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15. Jamaican Jerk Sweet Potato Tacos

Roasted jerk-spiced sweet potatoes with a cool, creamy mango slaw. The sweet and spicy mix is really good.

Nutrition per serving (2 tacos):

1. Calories: 270
2. Protein: 5g
3. Carbs: 52g
4. Fat: 6g
5. Fiber: 11g

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16. Greek-Style Falafel Tacos

Small, crispy baked falafel balls in a pita or tortilla with lettuce, tomato, onion, and a generous drizzle of tahini sauce.

Nutrition per serving (2 tacos):

1. Calories: 350
2. Protein: 13g
3. Carbs: 50g
4. Fat: 12g
5. Fiber: 12g

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17. Korean BBQ “Beef” (Soy Curl) Tacos

Rehydrated soy curls or store-bought vegan beef strips coated in a sweet and spicy gochujang sauce, topped with quick-pickled veggies.

Nutrition per serving (2 tacos):

1. Calories: 280
2. Protein: 18g
3. Carbs: 38g
4. Fat: 8g
5. Fiber: 9g

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18. “Elote” Street Corn Tacos

The flavors of Mexican street corn in a taco. Grilled corn mixed with vegan mayo, chili powder, and lime, piled into a tortilla.

Nutrition per serving (2 tacos):

1. Calories: 220
2. Protein: 6g
3. Carbs: 35g
4. Fat: 8g
5. Fiber: 6g

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19. Chocolate Chili Tacos

A rich, mole-inspired filling made with pinto beans, a little cocoa powder, and cinnamon. Sounds strange, but tastes amazing with avocado.

Nutrition per serving (2 tacos):

1. Calories: 260
2. Protein: 10g
3. Carbs: 45g
4. Fat: 6g
5. Fiber: 15g

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