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black bean taco recipe

Black Bean Walnut Taco Meat Vegan

This Black Bean Walnut Taco Meat is a flavorful and hearty vegan alternative to traditional taco fillings. Made with black beans and chopped walnuts, it offers a satisfying texture and rich, smoky flavor. Perfect for tacos, burritos, or nachos, this versatile recipe is easy to make and packed with nutrients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main, Main Course, Vegan Basics
Cuisine American, Fusion, Mexican
Servings 8 people

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts (chopped into a mince consistency)
  • 1 medium red onion, finely diced (sub 1 tsp onion powder)
  • 3 cloves minced garlic (sub 1 tsp garlic powder)
  • 2 large carrots, grated
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 heaping tbsp chili powder
  • 1 cup vegetable broth (or chickenless broth)
  • salt & pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Prepare the Beans

  • In a medium mixing bowl add the black beans and mash about half of them. You can use your hands or use a potato masher. Doing this helps the filling stick to your tacos, making it perfect for crispy black bean tacos or quesadillas!

Frying in a pan

  • In a large skillet on medium heat, add the diced onion with a little olive oil. Cook for 2-3 mins.
  • Next add the garlic, walnuts, paprika and chili powder. Toast for about 1 min stirring constantly.
  • Now add in the tomato paste, vegetable broth, soy sauce, grated carrots, and black beans.

Simmering Taco "Meat"

  • Allow the sauce to simmer on medium-low heat until the liquid has mostly evaporated. (This takes around 5-10 mins).
  • Stir occasionally, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Enjoy as a filling in your favourite tacos, taquitos, quesadillas, burritos, burrito bowls or even put these on top of nachos.
  • This makes 8 servings, so I normally store the other half in the freezer. It keeps in the freezer for up to 3 months. Enjoy!

Notes

Note: Nutritional information is approximate values and can vary significantly depending on the specific brands of ingredients used. Disclaimer: This information is for general guidance only and should not be considered professional nutritional advice.

Nutrition

Serving: 150g | Calories: 325kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3.5g | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 4.5g | Vitamin A: 225IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 4mg
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