Vegetarian Street Tacos

Bursting with vibrant flavors, these Vegetarian Street Tacos are a fresh, satisfying twist on a classic Mexican favorite. Perfectly seasoned roasted zucchini, bell peppers, red onion, and mushrooms come together with hearty black beans to create a filling that's both wholesome and crave-worthy. Topped with creamy avocado slices, zesty lime crema, crumbly cotija cheese, and fresh cilantro, these tacos hit every flavor note—spicy, savory, tangy, and creamy. Served on warm, lightly charred corn tortillas, these tacos are an easy weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing dish for your next gathering. Quick to prepare and packed with nutrient-rich ingredients, this recipe is a must-try for taco lovers looking for a vegetarian option that's big on taste and texture.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 small Corn tortillas
• 2 medium-sized, diced Zucchini
• 1 large, diced Red bell pepper
• 1 small, diced Red onion
• 1 cup, diced Brown mushrooms
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed Black beans
• 0.5 cup, chopped Fresh cilantro
• 1 large Lime
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 1 teaspoon (optional) Hot sauce
• 1 large, sliced Avocado
• 0.5 cup Crumbled cotija cheese

Directions

Step 1

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

2. In a large bowl, toss the zucchini, red bell pepper, red onion, and mushrooms with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt until evenly coated.

Step 3

3. Spread the seasoned vegetables on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and slightly caramelized.

Step 4

4. While the vegetables roast, heat the black beans in a small saucepan over medium heat until warmed through. Set aside.

Step 5

5. In a small bowl, mix the sour cream with the juice of half a lime. Add a teaspoon of hot sauce if desired. Stir well to form a lime crema.

Step 6

6. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over the flame of a gas stove for 20-30 seconds per side, until pliable and lightly charred.

Step 7

7. Assemble the tacos by layering the roasted vegetables, black beans, and avocado slices onto each tortilla.

Step 8

8. Drizzle with lime crema, top with crumbled cotija cheese, and garnish with chopped cilantro.

Step 9

9. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2097.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2604.0

Total Fat 146.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 53.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.0g
Cholesterol 185.7mg	0%
Sodium 8217.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 263.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 65.6g	0%
Total Sugars 57.2g
Protein 88.2g	0%

Vitamin D 39.6IU	0%
Calcium 1515.6mg	0%
Iron 16.9mg	0%
Potassium 3619.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.4%

Protein: 13.0%

Carbs: 38.7%