Healthy Vegetable Tacos {LOW CALORIE}

This Low Calorie Vegetable Tacos Recipe is low calorie, extra healthy and filling, and unique!

I got creative when making this meatless tacos recipe, and I know you’ll love the uniqueness of this yummy and inventive recipe for quick vegan tacos.

Learn how to make vegetable tacos at home in a healthy new way, with fresh ingredients and super foods, in the sections below.

Low Calorie vegetarian tacos can be made many different ways. This filling and healthy recipe for vegan tacos might not be called “authentic”, but the flavor you’re looking for is.

This is the best vegan taco recipe… it’s low calorie, extra healthy and filling, and unique!

Healthy Vegetable Tacos

Ingredients in Low Calorie Vegetable Tacos

There are many ways to make vegan tacos… But this healthy, superfood based veggie taco recipe uses the best of summer veggies to create a healthy, and delicious veggie taco at home.

Healthy Tips for Making the Best Vegan Tacos:

• Olive oil spray… Don’t add a big drizzle of olive oil when you can use a fine mist! Use olive oil spray and save 100’s of calories and lots of fat!
• Quinoa… Quinoa, in tacos? YES!! This healthy superfood fills you up, is a complete protein, and takes on all the flavors of the taco seasoning to create a wonderful, health forward veggie taco recipe!
• Homemade Taco Seasoning… Most store bought taco seasonings are packed full of preservatives, salt, and often are not vegan or gluten-free. Make your own, you probably already have all the ingredients!
• Get Creative with Veggies… When you add taco seasoning to veggies, they quickly take on the flavors of your favorite tacos. So get creative, and pick what’s in season (and on sale) just make sure to get some crunch, something soft and something creamy (like the cucumber, cooked asparagus, and guacamole in the recipe below).

Shopping List for The Best Vegetarian Tacos Recipe:

• Quinoa
• Homemade Taco Seasoning
• Olive oil spray
• Asparagus 
• Black beans (or any bean you prefer)
• Corn tortillas
• Homemade Guacamole
• Cherry tomatoes 
• Cucumber
• Unsalted pepitas

Optional Vegan Toppings:

• Homemade Blender Salsa
• Salsa Verde
• Pico De Gallo
• Crumbled vegan cheese (or cheddar for non vegans)
• Pickled jalapeños

How to Make Low Calorie Vegetable Tacos

I came up with a few more creative combos to try in place of the veggie soft taco mix above… This way you can get what’s on sale and in season.

Get Creative When Making Vegetarian Soft Tacos:

• Cooked (cubed) Butternut Squash + Black Beans + (raw) Shredded Cabbage
• Brown Rice + Cooked Zucchini + Shredded Carrots
• Cooked (and smashed) Sweet Potato + Pinto Beans + Broiled Brussels Sprouts

Just make sure to add taco seasoning, salsa and all your favorite toppings… It’s fun to get creative (and seasonal) with veggie tacos recipes!

How to Make Vegetarian Tacos at Home:

1. Add the quinoa, 1/2 tablespoon taco seasoning, and water to a small pan. Cover and cook on low head until the water is absorbed.
2. Meanwhile, lightly spray a large skillet with olive oil, and heat to medium low heat.
3. Add the asparagus to the hot skillet and cook until slightly softened, about 10 minutes.
4. Turn the heat to low, and add in the beans, cooked quinoa, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of taco seasoning.
5. Pour in 2 tablespoons of water and toss together, cooking until the beans are warm, and the liquid is absorbed, about 2-5 minutes.
6. Meanwhile, steam the tortillas according to the package directions.
7. To assemble the vegan tacos, add a smear of homemade guacamole to each tortilla. Top with asparagus and bean mixture. Top with tomatoes, cucumber, pepitas, and any desired additional toppings.

Healthy Vegetable Tacos Recipe

This unique vegan taco recipe is not the “norm” but the flavors are fantastic, and this meal is packed full of superfoods!

What makes this the best vegetarian tacos recipe, is the toppings… So make sure to add your favorite salsa (I have supplied you with some homemade options) and or hot sauce.

Nutrition and Calories in Vegetable Tacos

This best vegan taco recipe is made healthy and low calorie, thanks to the low calorie cooking tips above.

Make sure to check out the “skinny tips” in the ingredients section above. And see below for more low calorie vegan recipes!

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Article History:

• Originally written and published August 5, 2021 by Audrey Johns
• Updated on April 19, 2023 by Audrey Johns