Walnut Tacos
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
328 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Walnut Tacos
Description
This recipe transforms chopped walnuts into a taco filling by combining them with savory seasonings and olive oil, then baking the mixture until fragrant and lightly toasted. The seasoning blend of cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder imparts a smoky, mildly spicy flavor profile reminiscent of seasoned taco meat. Soy sauce adds umami depth and slight saltiness.
Once baked, the walnuts develop a toasted texture that contrasts with soft taco shells. Using them as a filling provides a satisfying crunch and a nutty taste that pairs well with fresh, creamy, and tangy elements like Mexican slaw, salsa, and guacamole normally served in tacos.
Walnut tacos offer a plant-forward option suitable for those seeking alternatives to traditional meat fillings while maintaining rich, layered flavors. Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to seven days and can be reheated in a skillet or oven for convenience.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups walnuts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- soft taco shell Mexican slaw, salsa, and guacamole for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F, and grease a baking sheet.
- Add walnuts to a food processor and process until mixture is roughly chopped. Pulse the remaining ingredients in the food processor until the mixture is evenly ground.
- Transfer to the greased baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through to prevent over-browning.
- Serve in tacos, burritos, quesadillas, bowls and anywhere you would use regular taco meat.
Notes
- Store any leftover walnut taco filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
- Reheat the walnut filling in a skillet or oven before serving to restore flavor and texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 328 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 328kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 32g | 49% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 259mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 230mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 93IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 57mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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