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★★★★★ 5 from 1 Reviews

Spicy Vegetarian Tofu Tacos

30 mins
GF Gluten-Free VG Vegetarian EF Egg-Free NF Nut-Free
Avatar by: Lindsay Grimes
July 25, 2017 (Updated: December 1, 2021)
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This is a closeup of tacos with crumbled spiced tofu, topped with red bell pepper strips and red onion. The tacos have crumbled cheese with cilantro on top. The taco is nestled next to another taco and on a white plate.
Tofu Tacos are a quick and easy recipe for your weeknight dinner! It’s loaded with spice, veggies and super easy to customize to your taste!

Tofu tacos are going to be your new favorite family dinner! Whether you’re making these for #meatlessmonday or #tacotuesday, tofu tacos are loaded with fun and flavor!

I’m always looking for new ways to use tofu. Undoubtedly, I always have a block in my fridge because I buy it whenever I’m in a “we need to eat more vegetarian” mood.

I love tofu cubes, especially when they’re glazed with a sweet soy sauce but it’s fun to switch it up. This recipe is amazing because the tofu is simply crumbled and thrown into a pan with minimal prep.

I know tofu isn’t a traditional taco filling but hear me out! It’s fluffy but tofu has this amazing way to take on any flavor you put alongside it. It’s a blank canvas, really. Sautéing the crumbles gives it a nice crisp to and you can load it up with peppers, onions, salsa, and cilantro.

I love how the spicy tofu crumbles compliment the creamy goat cheese. Plus it’s loaded up with flavor and you can customize it with your favorite toppings.

If you love vegetarian tacos, try these Vegetarian Sweet Potato + Black Bean Tacos or these Barbecue Cauliflower Tacos!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Super simple to make on the stovetop
  • Comes together in under 30 minutes
  • Loaded with spice and flavor
  • Easy to customize
  • Fun new way to use tofu!

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This is an overhead image of a white oval plate with four tacos on it. The tacos are loaded with crumbled tofu and slices of bell pepper, red onion pieces, crumbled goat cheese and cilantro. The plate sits on a white surface with a small bowl of chunky salsa to the top left of the image and a beige tea towel on the lefthand side of the image.

Ingredients for Tofu Tacos

Bell Pepper. I love doing a pepper and onion combo in my tacos but you can leave this out or sub in your favorite veggies!

Oil. Use some olive oil, avocado oil, coconut oil, butter or your favorite cooking oil!

Tofu. This is why you’re here! I always buy extra-firm tofu and in all honestly have never bought any other kind of tofu. I’m sure it works?

Garlic. Mm, always some garlic!!

Spices. I’m talking chili Powder, cumin, and salt. The spices are what bring this tofu taco recipe to life!

Red Onion. I love using some raw onion here but if you prefer, you can sauté them with the bell pepper.

Goat Cheese. I tend to always have some goat cheese in the fridge but you could use some queso fresco or cotija!

Tortillas. Any kind you like! I always go for Mission bran low carb tortillas but you could try almond flour tortillas, corn tortillas, hard shell, whatever you like!

Cilantro. I’m a big cilantro gal but leave it out if you’re not into it.

Salsa. For some extra saucy topping fun.

How to Make Spicy Vegetarian Tofu Tacos!

Sauté the bell pepper strips in olive oil over medium high heat. Continue to cook until reduced and softened. Transfer the peppers to a bowl and set aside.

Add crumbled tofu to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally until it’s warmed through and browns up a bit, about 4 minutes. You can add in an additional tablespoon of oil if needed.

Then, add the chili powder, cumin, and sea salt and mix until the tofu is completely coated with the spices.

On each tortilla, scoop tofu mixture. Top with the peppers, onion, goat cheese and serve with salsa and a sprinkle of cilantro!

This is a closeup of tacos with crumbled spiced tofu, topped with red bell pepper strips and red onion. The tacos have crumbled cheese with cilantro on top. The taco is nestled next to another taco and on a white plate. The plate sits on a white surface with a beige tea towel on the lefthand side of the image.

More Tacos To Try!

Loaded Vegetarian Barbecue Cauliflower Tacos

Instant Pot Pulled Pork Tacos + Fresh Pico de Gallo

Pan Seared Steak + Mango Tacos

Pepper Shell Tacos

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Recipe
GF Gluten-Free VG Vegetarian EF Egg-Free NF Nut-Free

Spicy Vegetarian Tofu Tacos

Tofu Tacos are a quick and easy recipe for your weeknight dinner! It’s loaded with spice, veggies and super easy to customize to your taste!

AvatarRecipe by:Lindsay Grimes
★★★★★ 5 from 1 reviews
Prep: 15 minsCook: 15 minsTotal: 30 mins
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Servings: 4 1x

Ingredients

  • 1 red bell pepper, cut in strips
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 14 oz. tofu (extra firm, drained and excess water squeezed out using tea towel or cheese cloth)
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 red onion, cut in thin strips
  • 4 oz. crumbled goat cheese
  • 4 of your favorite tortillas
  • handful cilantro
  • salsa (optional for serving)

Instructions

  1. Sauté the bell pepper strips in olive oil over medium high heat.
  2. Continue to cook until reduced and softened, about 7 minutes.
  3. Transfer the peppers to a bowl.
  4. Add crumbled tofu to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally until things brown up, about 4 minutes.
  5. Add an additional tablespoon of oil if needed.
  6. Add the garlic, chili powder, cumin, and sea salt.
  7. On each tortilla, scoop tofu mixture.
  8. Top with the sautéd peppers, sliced onion, and crumbled goat cheese.
  9. Serve with salsa and chopped cilantro!

Tips

Food photography by Erin at The Almond Eater.

Nutrition Info:

  • Serving Size: 6
  • Calories: 273
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 89mg
  • Fat: 21g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg
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  1. AvatarCassie Autumn Tran says

    Posted on 7/30/17 at 3:45 pm

    YAY for tacos! OMG! These look DIVINE! I’ll definitely try this and just omit the feta!

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  2. AvatarAmy says

    Posted on 2/20/19 at 1:51 pm

    What a great recipe for TACO TUESDAY’S!!!! I just love it! Great pictures too!

    ★★★★★

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    • AvatarLindsay Grimes Freedman says

      Posted on 10/14/20 at 3:06 pm

      Yay! I’m so glad you loved them!! xo

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