Crispy Vegetable Tacos

Crispy Vegetable Tacos are a delightful twist on traditional tacos, offering a satisfying crunch and vibrant flavors from fresh vegetables. Perfect as a side dish, these tacos are both delicious and easy to prepare.

Crispy Vegetable Tacos
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
220 kcal

Ingredients

  • Corn tortillas - 4 pieces
  • Zucchini - 100 grams, diced
  • Red bell pepper - 100 grams, diced
  • Carrot - 50 grams, grated
  • Red onion - 50 grams, finely chopped
  • Garlic - 1 clove, minced
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Cumin - 1 teaspoon
  • Chili powder - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Lime - 1, cut into wedges

Steps

  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and chopped red onion; sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in diced zucchini, red bell pepper, grated carrot, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Cook the vegetable mixture for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
  5. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in chopped cilantro.
  6. Meanwhile, in a separate skillet, warm the corn tortillas over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
  7. Assemble the tacos by filling each tortilla with the vegetable mixture.
  8. Serve with lime wedges on the side for an extra zing.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 220
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Carbs: 30 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 320 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
  • High in fiber, which supports digestive health.

Tags

AmericanVegetarianSide Dish