Tacos de Zanahoria

Tacos de Zanahoria are vibrant, flavorful vegetarian tacos filled with seasoned roasted carrots, topped with fresh herbs and creamy avocado. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, these tacos offer a delightful twist on traditional Mexican flavors.

Ingredients

• Carrots - 300 grams, peeled and cut into thin strips
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Corn tortillas - 4 medium-sized
• Avocado - 1 ripe, sliced
• Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Lime - 1, cut into wedges
• Feta cheese (optional) - 50 grams, crumbled

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a bowl, combine the carrot strips with olive oil, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the carrots are evenly coated.
3. Spread the seasoned carrots on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast in the oven for 20 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized, stirring halfway through.
4. While the carrots are roasting, warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
5. Once the carrots are done, assemble the tacos by placing a portion of the roasted carrots in each tortilla.
6. Top the tacos with sliced avocado, chopped cilantro, and crumbled feta cheese if using.
7. Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 5 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from carrots, promoting eye health.
• High in fiber, aiding digestion and contributing to a feeling of fullness.

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