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Sweet Potato & Brussel Sprout Vegan Tacos

Vegan Tacos are loaded with sweet potatoes, shaved Brussel sprouts, a spicy-sweet sauce, and then wrapped in a Paleo tortilla! 

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 8 tacos
Calories: 283 kcal
Course: Main Course , Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • ½ sweet onion finely diced
  • 1 green bell pepper finely diced
  • 3 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 lb. sweet potatoes peeled, cut into ½-inch pieces
  • 1 lb. Brussel sprouts ends trimmed, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic crushed
  • 2 Tbsp. maple syrup
  • 2 tsp. apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp. Sriracha sauce or hot sauce
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • ¼ tsp. ground sage
  • cilantro optional
  • pecans coarsely chopped, toasted, optional
  • cheese Mozzarella or dairy-free, optional
  • 8 Cassava flour tortillas or other gluten-free tortillas

Instructions

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  1. In a large skillet over medium heat add 2 tablespoons olive oil, onion, and bell pepper. Sauté for 2-3 minutes or until onions begin to become slightly translucent.
  2. Add additional olive oil and sweet potatoes. Sauté for 6-8 minutes.
  3. Add Brussel sprouts and cook for 3-4 minutes covered, or until Brussel sprouts are almost tender.
  4. While vegetables are cooking whisk together garlic, syrup, vinegar, sriracha sauce, salt, and ground sage in a medium-sized bowl.
  5. Add sauce to skillet, making sure to scrape the bottom of the pan to loosen up any bits. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until potatoes and sprouts are completely cooked.
  6. Serve in a cassava flour tortilla or other Paleo tortilla with pecans, dairy-free cheese, and cilantro. Enjoy!

Notes

  • *Nutrition facts are calculated for 1 cassava flour tortilla filled with ⅛th of the Brussel sprouts and sweet potatoes and none of the optional toppings.
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Nutrition Information

Calories 283kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 39g (13%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 303mg (13%) Potassium 460mg (13%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 8535IU (171%) Vitamin C 63.9mg (71%) Calcium 86mg (9%) Iron 2.5mg (14%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8tacos

Amount Per Serving

Calories 283

% Daily Value*

Calories 283kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 39g 13%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 13g 20%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 303mg 13%
Potassium 460mg 10%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 8535IU 171%
Vitamin C 63.9mg 71%
Calcium 86mg 9%
Iron 2.5mg 14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.