Grilled Veggie Tacos
These vibrant and healthy Grilled Veggie Tacos feature a colorful medley of smoky grilled vegetables wrapped in warm tortillas, delivering fresh, flavorful, and nutritious plant-based meals perfect for vegans and vegetarians alike.
- Author: Emily
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 tacos 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten Free option
Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced into 1/2 inch strips
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced into 1/2 inch strips
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced into 1/2 inch strips
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/2 inch rounds or strips
- 1 medium red onion, sliced into 1/2 inch wedges
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
Seasoning & Oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning (blend of cumin, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper)
For Serving
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for squeezing
- Optional toppings: avocado slices, vegan sour cream, sliced jalapeños, crumbled queso fresco or plant-based cheese, grilled tofu, black beans, tempeh, crema, chopped radishes, chili powder
- Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and slice all vegetables into evenly sized pieces, about 1/2 inch thick, to ensure they cook uniformly on the grill. Toss the sliced veggies with olive oil and taco seasoning until all pieces are well coated for maximum flavor.
- Heat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, ensuring it’s hot enough to sear the vegetables, locking in juices and creating appealing grill marks.
- Grill the Vegetables: Place the seasoned vegetables directly on the grill grates or in a grill basket if pieces are small. Grill for about 4-5 minutes per side until tender and beautifully charred.
- Warm the Tortillas: While the vegetables finish grilling, lightly toast the tortillas on the grill for 30 seconds per side to make them pliable and aromatic.
- Assemble the Tacos: Layer the grilled vegetables on each warmed tortilla. Garnish with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Add any optional toppings like avocado slices or vegan sour cream to your liking.
Notes
- Cut vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the grill to allow proper charring instead of steaming.
- Brush grill grates lightly with oil to prevent sticking.
- Let grilled veggies rest a few minutes off heat to deepen flavors before assembling tacos.
- Keep warmed tortillas wrapped in foil or a tortilla warmer until serving to maintain softness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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