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25 Easy Vegan Tacos (The Best!)
By Alexandra Caspero on September 8, 2021
If you're in need of some easy vegan taco recipe ideas, then you will love this list.
In the mood for vegan tacos? In our household, we eat tacos almost weekly. They are the most requested meal for both my 3-year-old and my husband.
We enjoy tacos so often that I had to make a list of my favorite vegan tacos to share with you. This list of vegan taco recipes features all of the plant-based tacos you need, from cauliflower and mushrooms to flavorful tofu. A great thing about tacos is that they are so easy to make.
Tacos are simple, quick, and crowdpleasers because who doesn’t like tacos? To switch things up, I like to explore different kinds of fresh vegetables, beans, herbs, and seasonings for our tacos. There are so many great options out there, and I firmly believe that, like sandwiches, few things don’t work stuffed into a fluffy tortilla.
Whether you are a long-time vegan or just exploring more plant-based meals–these easy vegan tacos are fail-proof and great for everyone.
Crispy Air Fryer Vegan Cauliflower Tacos
Inspired by crispy fish tacos, these cauliflower tacos are a vegan version. Paired with softened tortillas and cilantro lime slaw for the perfect summer taco.
Get the Recipe: Crispy Air Fryer Vegan Cauliflower Tacos
Crispy 4-Ingredient Tacos with Queso Dip
Crispy Vegan Tacos with a 4-Ingredient Queso Dipping Sauce. A healthy, satisfying plant-based meal with both stove-top and air-fryer directions.
Get the recipe: Crispy 4-Ingredient Tacos with Queso Dip
Sweet Potato Tacos with Black Beans
Rainbow sweet potato vegan tacos with black beans and red cabbage slaw! A beautiful, plant-based dinner recipe with four vegetables per serving and plenty of protein and fiber.
Make the recipe: Sweet Potato Tacos with Black Beans
Blackened Tofu Tacos with Pineapple Salsa
Crispy blackened tofu tucked into warm tortillas and topped with a simple pineapple slaw. Perfect for an easy dinner or entertaining! A must-try vegan taco recipe.
Make the recipe: Blackened Tofu Tacos with Pineapple Slaw
Roasted Butternut Squash and Chipotle Tofu Tacos
Roasted chipotle squash and tofu in tortillas with a spicy tahini lime cabbage slaw. A must-make if you love vegan tacos!
Make the Recipe: Roasted Butternut Squash and Tofu Tacos
Vegan Fish Tacos with Crispy Tofu
Made with creamy coleslaw and perfectly crisp tofu, these easy fish tacos are great for whenever you want to keep things light, tasty, and bold with flavor. You’ll never guess the secret ingredient that makes these fish tacos so delicious.
Make the Recipe: Vegan Fish Tacos with Crispy Tofu
Lentil Vegan Tacos
Vegan Lentil Tacos! These are the BEST swap for ground meat tacos with the same amount of protein and half the fat!
Make the Recipe: Lentil Tacos
Zucchini and Corn Tacos
Omit the cheese or use your favorite dairy-free cheese for these zucchini and corn tacos. These tacos are made with crispy zucchini, avocado, corn, and garlic. You can use fresh, canned, or frozen corn for these tacos which makes them super versatile and perfect for busy weeknights.
Make the Recipe: Zucchini and Corn Tacos
BBQ Jackfruit Tacos
Tangy and spicy, these Instant Pot tacos made with jackfruit “pulled pork” is the ultimate way to satisfying a barbecue craving. Hassle-free and simple for busy nights, these vegan BBQ tacos are always in rotation in my home. Top these tacos with your favorite toppings such as tomatoes, avocado, onion, lettuce, etc.
Make the Recipe: BBQ Jackfruit Tacos
Vegan Tacos with Lentil Walnut Meat
Taco meat made with lentils and walnuts is the perfect filling for these crispy tacos. Flavors of chili powder, garlic, and cumin come together to create the most satisfying vegan taco meat you’ll ever have. We like to make a big batch of this taco meat for soups, burritos, taco bowls, salads, and quesadillas. It’s so good!
Make the Recipe: Vegan Tacos with Lentil Walnut Meat
Instant Pot Lentil Tacos
Instant Pot Vegan Lentil Tacos! If you love my lentil taco recipe, this is the version for the Instant Pot! A healthy plant-based dinner, ready in just 30 minutes.
Make the Recipe: Instant Pot Lentil Tacos
Black Bean Soft Tacos
Craving some hearty and tender black bean soft tacos? These tacos are full of fiber and protein and come together in about ten minutes. Fresh flavors of tomato and onion are mixed with warm spices such as chili powder and cumin to make these tacos as flavorful as possible.
Make the Recipe: Black Bean Soft Tacos
Copycat Chipotle Sofritas Tacos
Vegan Copycat Chipotle Tofu Sofritas tacos, just like you get at Chipotle! If you’ve tried their sofritas tofu before, then you’ve gotta try this copycat version. Braised tofu in a spicy adobo sauce with pinto beans and spices, this recipe is delicious! Vegan and easily gluten-free.
Make the Recipe: Copycat Chipotle Sofritas Tacos
Butternut Squash and Tofu Tacos
Roasted chipotle squash and tofu in tortillas with a spicy tahini lime cabbage slaw. A must make!
Make the Recipe: Butternut Squash and Tofu Tacos
Tofu Tacos with Mango Salsa
Feeling tropical? These delightful tacos are loaded with fresh citrus flavors and a sweet mango salsa. The tofu is coated with jerk seasoning which makes a nice sweet and spicy combo. These vegan tacos are delicious, easy, and perfect for lunch or dinner!
Make the Recipe: Tofu Tacos with Mango Salsa
Healthy Breakfast Tacos Recipe
Tacos for breakfast are always a winner. Made with scrambled tofu and black beans, these hearty tacos are filling and satisfying. We love them for brunch on weekends but they also make a great weeknight dinner.
Make the Recipe: Healthy Breakfast Tacos Recipe
Vegan Migas Taco Recipe
Made with creamy jalapeño salsa, these vegan tacos are full of spicy flavors thanks to poblano and cayenne peppers. If you ever get the craving for migas, then you will love these tacos!
Make the Recipe: Vegan Migas Taco Recipe
Roasted Butternut Squash Tacos
Perfectly roasted and crispy cubes of butternut squash are the highlights of this warm and seasonal recipe. Flavors of chipotle powder, chili powder, and garlic powder are some of the ingredients in this easy taco recipe. Dress these tacos up for a colorful meal!
Make the Recipe: Roasted Butternut Squash Tacos
Vegan Tofu Tinga Tacos
If you love spicy food like I do, then you’ll want to try these tofu tinga tacos. Made with tofu, garlic, chipotle peppers, and fire-roasted tomatoes, these hearty tacos are perfect for Taco Tuesday. The best part about these tacos is that they are ready in less than 30 minutes!
Make the Recipe: Vegan Tofu Tinga Tacos
Easy and Spicy Mushroom Tacos
Crispy and delicious, these tacos are made with fried avocado and perfectly cooked mushrooms. Rich in flavor with a mild sweetness, these spicy tacos are so good and on of my favorite recipes to serve to skeptical friends.
Make the Recipe: Easy and Spicy Mushroom Tacos
Zucchini and Lentil Tacos
Corn, spicy zucchini, and protein-filled lentils are combined with yummy flour tortillas and a delicious creamy lime sauce that is just so perfect. This recipe is perfect for whenever you have an abundance of fresh zucchini!
Make the Recipe: Zucchini and Lentil Tacos
Korean Tofu Tacos
Are you a huge fan of Korean-inspired food like we are? Then you will LOVE these tacos. Topped with a sweet slaw made of cabbage and gochujang, these tacos are perfect for whenever you’re wanting to dry something different.
Make the Recipe: Korean Tofu Tacos
Vegan Potato and Chorizo Tacos
Made with tender potatoes and soy chorizo, these spicy tacos are everything you need for a delicious Mexican-style meal. These are my husband’s favorite tacos.
Make the Recipe: Vegan Potato and Chorizo Tacos
Roasted Cauliflower Tacos
Crispy cauliflower is one of my favorite foods, ever. I could go for it anytime! I just had to pair roasted cauliflower with fiber-rice lentils. These tacos are drizzled with a creamy avocado sauce that comes together within minutes!
Make the Recipe: Roasted Cauliflower Tacos
Potato and Mushroom Tacos
These tacos are deliciously fresh and flavorful. Made with yummy homemade chimichurri sauce, these tender tacos are full of delicious flavors you will love. Super easy to make with potatoes and mushrooms, you will love this unique taco recipe.
Make the Recipe: Potato and Mushroom Tacos
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