Taco Tuesday: Chickpea Tacos with Guacamole
 
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This vegan taco recipe pleases both meat- and veg-eaters alike. Chickpeas make the ideal substitute for beef or chicken, and use the same taco seasoning.
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Yields: 6 medium-sized tacos
Ingredients
For the tacos:
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 red onion, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas (or 1 14-oz can, drained and rinsed)
For the taco seasoning (or use 1/2 a packet of your favorite taco seasoning mix):
  • 1/2 Tbsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 tsp oregano
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp cornstarch
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 cup water
For serving:
  • 6 hard taco shells or medium-sized tortillas
  • 1/2 recipe Simple Guacamole
  • chopped cilantro
  • lime wedges
Instructions
  1. First, prepare the guacamole according to these instructions.
  2. In a small bowl, combine all taco seasoning ingredients, including water. The tacos come together quickly, so it's best to have this taken care of first!
  3. In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Once shimmering, add the garlic and onion and saute until onion is soft, 3-4 minutes.
  4. Pour in chickpeas and taco seasoning, and stir to combine. Saute, stirring occasionally, until chickpeas are heated through and some of the water is evaporated, 2-3 minutes.
  5. Serve alongside taco shells, guacamole, cilantro and lime wedges.
  6. Devour!
Notes
Taco seasoning adapted from Budget Bytes.
Recipe by Coffee & Quinoa at https://www.coffeeandquinoa.com/2013/01/chickpea-tacos-with-guacamole/