Vegetarian Turkey Tacos

Get ready to savor a plant-powered twist on a beloved classic with these Vegetarian Turkey Tacos! Made with flavorful plant-based ground "turkey" and seasoned to perfection with a medley of chili powder, cumin, paprika, and oregano, this recipe delivers all the bold, satisfying taste of traditional tacos—without the meat. Tender corn tortillas cradle a hearty filling, while toppings like crisp shredded lettuce, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado slices, and fresh cilantro add layers of texture and freshness. Perfect for busy weeknights, these tacos come together in just 25 minutes and are easily customizable for vegan diets with dairy-free cheese and sour cream. Serve with a squeeze of lime for a zesty finish, and watch these crowd-pleasers disappear as quickly as they’re made.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz Plant-based ground 'turkey'
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 medium White onion, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Chili powder
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 0.5 tsp Dried oregano
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Water
• 8 small Corn tortillas
• 2 cups Shredded lettuce
• 1 cup Diced tomatoes
• 0.5 cup Shredded cheese (optional, use plant-based for vegan option)
• 0.5 cup Sour cream (optional, use plant-based for vegan option)
• 1 large Avocado, sliced
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 medium Lime, cut into wedges

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the plant-based ground 'turkey' to the skillet and break it apart using a spatula. Cook for 4-5 minutes until browned.

Step 5

Sprinkle the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper over the 'turkey'. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Pour in 1/4 cup of water to help the spices coat the mixture evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Warm the corn tortillas by lightly toasting them in a dry skillet or wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 20-30 seconds.

Step 8

Assemble the tacos by adding a scoop of the plant-based 'turkey' mixture to each tortilla.

Step 9

Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado slices, and fresh cilantro as desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1661.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2122.3

Total Fat 117.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 120mg	0%
Sodium 3071.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 183.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 49.4g	0%
Total Sugars 25.3g
Protein 98.0g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 1002.9mg	0%
Iron 18.7mg	0%
Potassium 3589.4mg	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: 48.5%

Protein: 17.9%

Carbs: 33.6%