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    Quinoa Black Bean Tacos Recipe (plant based)

    Published: Apr 22, 2024 · by Annie. · This post may contain affiliate or amazon links.
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    Quinoa Black Bean Tacos Recipe- a delicious and flavorful plant based vegan meal recipe featuring Quinoa, corn, and Black Beans .
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    This Quinoa Black Bean Tacos Recipe is a plant based vegan recipe that is full of healthier ingredients and flavors.

    These tasty tacos feature the rich spicy flavors of tacos with the chewy textures of quinoa.

    Quinoa Black Bean Tacos Recipe- a delicious and flavorful plant based vegan meal recipe featuring Quinoa, corn, and Black Beans .

    What you will read about in this recipe.

    • Vegan black bean and quinoa taco recipe .
    • Why we love this recipe for vegan tacos.
    • Ingredients needed to make homemade tacos without meat.
    • Tips for making the best vegan tacos with quinoa.
    • How to make Quinoa Black Bean Tacos.
    • How to store Black Bean and Corn tacos.
    • Print the recipe for Quinoa Tacos.

    Vegan black bean and quinoa taco recipe .

    A simple taco recipe made with quinoa, black beans, and corn seasoned and served in a tortilla.

    I like the different textures and colors that add to the tasty flavor in these tacos.

    Did you try my recipe for Vegan Tortilla Soup Recipe?

    That tortilla soup is a simple and deliciously filling recipe made in just one pot.
    Both this taco recipe and that tortilla soup are great tasting vegan recipes that have a Mexican style flare to them.

    To make this recipe vegan you will need a vegan friendly taco mix seasoning. You can find vegan friendly taco mix here.

    Quinoa Black Bean Tacos Recipe- a delicious and flavorful plant based vegan meal recipe featuring Quinoa, corn, and Black Beans .

    Why we love this recipe for vegan tacos.

    This taco recipe features healthy ingredients including peppers and tomatoes. Quinoa and black beans add protein to this dish.

    Here is what else we like about this recipe.

    • The added taco seasoning makes this recipe taste more authentic.
    • These vegan tacos are filling and satisfying.
    • Canned corn, tomatoes, and peppers add color and flavor to these tacos.
    • You can serve these tacos with guacamole, vegan cheese, and salsa on the side.
    • Leftovers can be served over lettuce for a salad or on top of nachos.
    • This is a simple meal idea that vegetarian and vegan families can enjoy.
    Quinoa Black Bean Tacos Recipe- a delicious and flavorful plant based vegan meal recipe featuring Quinoa, corn, and Black Beans .

    Ingredients needed to make homemade tacos without meat.

    When selecting ingredients, make sure that you are using vegan ingredients. It is a good idea to check the labels if in doubt.


    • Quinoa Use your choice of quinoa. The quinoa should be cooked according to the directions on the packaging.
    • Black Beans. Rinse and drain the black beans before adding them to this recipe.
    • Corn. Use canned corn that has been rinsed and drained.
    • Olive Oil. Used for sauteing ingredients.
    • Bell Peppers. Any color bell peppers (red and yellow were used in my tacos). The peppers should have the stems and seeds removed before chopping or slicing.
    • Onion. Your onion should be diced. Red onion was used in making may tacos.
    • Garlic. The garlic should be minced.
    • Taco Seasoning. Use a vegan taco seasoning of your choice.
    • Tomatoes. Use a smaller tomato such as cherry tomatoes. The tomatoes should be sliced.
    • Avocado. Use a fresh avocado with the skin and pit removed, and that has also been sliced.
    • Tortillas. The tortillas of your choice.
    • Additional toppings of your choice (shredded lettuce, salsa, vegan cheese, etc.)

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    Tips for making the best vegan tacos with quinoa.

    My tacos were made using gluten free tortillas. You can use the tortillas of your choice.

    More helpful tips for you.

    1. Taco shells can also work in this recipe.
    2. For vegetarian tacos, you can sprinkle a Mexican blend or shredded cheddar cheese on top.
    3. Stir in a bit of hot sauce to your skillet to bring in the heat. Or, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the filling.
    4. Add teaspoon or two of lime juice for a southwestern flair.
    5. Spray with oil and heat your tortillas before filling them to make warm tacos.
    6. Use small tortillas for a snack or appetizer version of this recipe.
    Quinoa Black Bean Tacos Recipe- a delicious and flavorful plant based vegan meal recipe featuring Quinoa, corn, and Black Beans .

    How to make Quinoa Black Bean Tacos.

    Prep Time: 15 minutes.
    Cook Time: 10 minutes.
    Servings: 6.

    1. In a medium pot, cook the quinoa according to instructions on the package. Then set the quinoa aside.
    2. Next, in a large skillet on medium heat, heat the olive oil for one minute. Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook it until translucent and softened (about three to five minutes). Then add the pepper and garlic and cook until tender (about two and a half more minutes).
    3. Stir in the cooked quinoa, beans, and corn and then stir in the taco seasoning until the ingredients are combined.
    4. Cook the ingredients for three to five minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally until the ingredients
    5. To assemble the tacos, simply lay out your tortillas, add a tablespoon or two of the vegan meat (depending on the size of your tortillas), and then top with the tomatoes and sliced avocado

    Expert Tip 👉 If your ingredients get dry when they are cooking, you can stir in a tablespoon or two of salsa or water.

    Quinoa Black Bean Tacos Recipe- a delicious and flavorful plant based vegan meal recipe featuring Quinoa, corn, and Black Beans .

    How to store Black Bean and Corn tacos.

    Leftover vegan taco filling should be stored in an airtight container refrigerated. When properly stored, these leftovers should keep for up to five days refrigerated or frozen for up to a few months.

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    Quinoa Black Bean Tacos Recipe

    Quinoa Black Bean Tacos Recipe- a delicious and flavorful plant based vegan meal recipe featuring Quinoa, corn, and Black Beans .
    Prep Time15 minutes mins
    Cook Time10 minutes mins
    Total Time25 minutes mins
    Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch
    Cuisine: Vegan, vegetarian
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    Servings: 6

    Equipment

    • Skillet

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup Quinoa - cooked according to packaging.
    • 15 oz Black Beans - rinsed and drained.
    • 1 cup Corn - rinsed and drained.
    • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
    • 1 Bell Pepper - chopped or sliced.
    • 1 Onion - diced
    • 2 tsp Garlic - minced
    • 2½ tsp Taco Seasoning
    • 1 Tomatoes - sliced
    • 1 Avocado -pitted and sliced.
    • 6 Tortillas

    Instructions

    • In a medium pot, cook the quinoa according to instructions on the package . Then set the quinoa aside.
    • Next, in a large skillet on medium heat, heat the olive oil for one minute. Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook it until translucent and softened (about three to five minutes). Then add the pepper and garlic and cook until tender (about two and a half minutes).
    • Stir in the cooked quinoa, beans, and corn and then add the taco seasoning. Stir the seasoning until the ingredients are combined.
    • Cook the ingredients for three to five minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally until the ingredients.
    • To assemble the tacos, simply lay out your tortillas, add a tablespoon or two of the vegan meat (depending on the size of your tortillas), and then top with the tomatoes and sliced avocado.

    Recipe Notes

    *Please check the nutritional labels to assure that you are sticking to your diet restrictions for any substitutions used.
    Also, please see the actual recipe post for further details on this recipe.
    Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that are used.
    To make this recipe fully vegan, please make sure that you are using fully vegan ingredients.
    See Foodwineandlove.com for details on this recipe.

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    April 22, 2024
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 451kcal | Carbohydrates: 71g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 232mg | Potassium: 782mg | Fiber: 14g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 894IU | Vitamin C: 33mg | Calcium: 116mg | Iron: 6mg
    Please note: Nutritional data has been calculated using a tool that comes with this recipe card and not by me. This means that Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that you use. The accuracy of this tool may differ from other tools as expected. Also note that there is no instructional value to the video that may be attached to this recipe. It is only there for visual pleasure. For more information about the images in this recipe, please refer the the recipe instructions. Thank you!

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    Comments

    1. Bess

      May 05, 2024 at 7:31 am

      Vegan goodness!

      • Annie

        May 06, 2024 at 10:06 am

        Yes- it is!

    2. Solly

      May 19, 2024 at 6:58 am

      5 stars
      Great idea. I used a bit extra taco seasoning in mine and it was great

      • Annie

        May 20, 2024 at 8:58 am

        Great to hear!

    5 from 2 votes (2 ratings without comment)

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