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Spiced Tofu & Spanish Quinoa Tacos

high protein vegan meal tofu tacos
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 30 mins
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Dietary: Vegan
Description

Hearty, flavorful vegan tacos loaded with seasoned crispy crumbled tofu and zesty Spanish-style quinoa, using simple ingredients and easy whole-unit measurements.

Ingredients
  • 4 oz extra-firm tofu (drained)
  • ¼ cup quinoa
  • ½ cup vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 whole small corn tortillas
  • ½ medium avocado
  • 1 tbsp fresh cilantro
  • 1 small lime
Instructions
  1. 1
    Press and crumble the drained extra-firm tofu into small bite-sized pieces.
  2. 2
    Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold running water in a fine-mesh sieve.
  3. 3
    Finely mince the garlic clove.
  4. 4
    Finely chop the fresh cilantro.
  5. 5
    Cut the lime into wedges.
  6. 6
    Slice the avocado.
  7. 7
    Combine the rinsed quinoa, vegetable broth, tomato paste, minced garlic, half of the ground cumin, and a pinch of salt in a small saucepan over medium-high heat.
  8. 8
    Bring to a boil, then cover with a tight-fitting lid, reduce the heat to low, and simmer until all liquid is absorbed and the quinoa grains show visible spiraled germ rings, about 12 to 15 minutes.
  9. 9
    Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  10. 10
    Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  11. 11
    Add the crumbled tofu, chili powder, smoked paprika, remaining ground cumin, and remaining salt.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
Calories 690kcal
% Daily Value *
Sodium 1074mg45%
Protein 24g48%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: vegan taco, high protein vegan meal, vegan meal prep
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