5 from 12 votes
Guacamole Tacos with Southwestern Veggie Salsa
Guacamole Tacos with Southwestern Veggie Salsa combine creamy mashed avocados seasoned with spices and fresh cilantro with a crunchy, vibrant salsa of diced bell peppers, black beans, corn, and tomatoes. Served on crispy corn or flour tortillas, these tacos offer a fresh and flavorful vegetarian option with a balance of creamy, tangy, and zesty textures.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings:
4
tacos
Calories:
299 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Mexican
Ingredients
- 2 avocados medium-large, ripe
- 1-2 TBSP red onion optional, minced
- 1 TBSP cilantro fresh, chopped
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1/8-1/4 tsp cumin
- 1/8-1/4 tsp salt
- 4 corn tortillas or flour tortillas, crunchy
EASY SOUTHWEST SALSA
- ⅔ cup bell pepper diced
- ½ cup black beans
- ½ cup sweet corn kernels
- ¼ cup diced tomato
- ⅛ cup red onion diced
- 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp vinegar your favorite type
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- cilantro to garnish, fresh
- jalapeño optional, sliced, for topping
Instructions
- If using store-bought crunchy tortillas, crisp in the oven or toaster oven per package instructions and set aside. To make your own, see post below for instructions.
- Chop your veggies for the salsa and combine in a bowl with oil and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper to taste and toss to coat.
- In a separate bowl, mash avocados to desired consistency with a fork and season with cilantro, garlic powder, cumin, and salt. Stir in your red onion and any optional extras [diced tomato or jalapeño are super popular] and your'e good to go!
- Pile each tortilla high with your salsa and top with a small tower of guacamole. Garnish with cilantro and jalapeño slices and dig in!
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Notes
- Store-bought crunchy tortillas can be warmed according to package instructions or homemade versions used.
- Add optional extras like diced tomato or sliced jalapeño to customize guacamole flavor.
- Season salsa with salt, pepper, olive oil, and vinegar, adjusting to taste for desired acidity and brightness.
- Fresh cilantro garnish enhances flavor and presentation.
- Nutrition estimates vary based on exact ingredient amounts and additions.
Nutrition Information
Calories
299kcal
(15%)
Carbohydrates
32g
(11%)
Protein
6g
(12%)
Fat
18g
(28%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Sodium
95mg
(4%)
Potassium
734mg
(16%)
Fiber
11g
(44%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
990IU
(20%)
Vitamin C
44.6mg
(50%)
Calcium
44mg
(4%)
Iron
1.7mg
(9%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 tacos
Amount Per Serving
Calories 299
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 299kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 95mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 734mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 11g | 44% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 990IU | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 44.6mg | 50% |
| Calcium | 44mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.7mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.