Vegan Cheesy Gordita Crunch
Craving a bold, plant-based twist on a fast-food favorite? This Vegan Cheesy Gordita Crunch delivers layers of flavor and texture that are sure to impress. A soft flour tortilla, spread with a rich, melty vegan cheese sauce made from nutritional yeast and vegan cheese shreds, wraps around a crispy corn taco shell for the perfect crunch. Filled with a savory mix of seasoned quinoa and black beans, and topped with fresh shredded lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, tangy vegan sour cream, and zesty salsa, this recipe brings irresistible fusion to your table. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this 35-minute meal is a satisfying combination of indulgence and wholesome ingredients. Pack your taco night with plant-based goodness and discover why this is an absolute must-try!
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Ingredients
- 4 large soft flour tortillas
- 4 small crispy corn taco shells
- 1 cup vegan cheese shreds
- 1 cup cooked black beans
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 0.5 cup vegan sour cream
- 0.5 cup salsa
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
Directions
Step 1
Prepare the filling by heating 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
Step 2
Add cooked black beans and quinoa to the pan, then stir in taco seasoning. Cook for about 5 minutes until heated through.
Step 3
Prepare the cheese sauce by mixing vegan cheese shreds with nutritional yeast in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 1 minute, stirring until smooth and well combined.
Step 4
Spread a thin layer of cheese sauce on each flour tortilla, ensuring to cover the surface evenly.
Step 5
Heat each flour tortilla with cheese in a skillet over medium heat for about 1-2 minutes, just until the cheese begins to melt.
Step 6
Place a crispy corn taco shell in the center of each melty soft tortilla, pressing down gently to achieve adherence.
Step 7
Fill each taco shell with a quarter of the quinoa and bean mixture, then top with shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes.
Step 8
Drizzle vegan sour cream and salsa over the filling.
Step 9
Carefully fold each tortilla around the crispy shell, creating the iconic gordita crunch experience.
Step 10
Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of textures and flavors.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1479.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2717.5 |
| Total Fat 138.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 63.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7406.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 310.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 40.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.3g | |
| Protein 66.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2241.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 19.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2420.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories