5 Vegan Taco Recipes for a Cinco De Mayo Girl’s Night at Home

Ladies, listen up! Cinco de Mayo is just around the corner, and I've got the perfect party idea for you and your girls. And the best part? It's all plant-based! That's right, you can indulge in all the Mexican flavors you love without the guilt.

First things first, decorations. Bust out those sombreros and colorful papel picado banners, and set the tone for a fiesta to remember. You can even make your own piñata filled with vegan candy and treats.

Now, let's talk about the menu. Start with some guacamole and salsa, of course. But instead of using traditional chips, try serving them with fresh veggies like carrot sticks, cucumber slices, and jicama.

For the main course, how about some vegan tacos?

Here are five delicious vegan taco recipes that you can try:

1. Spicy Black Bean Tacos

Ingredients:

- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed

- 1 small onion, chopped

- 1 red bell pepper, chopped

- 1 clove garlic, minced

- 1 tbsp olive oil

- 1 tsp chili powder

- 1/2 tsp cumin

- Salt and pepper to taste

- Taco shells

- Toppings: diced avocado, chopped cilantro, salsa, lime wedges

Directions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper and sauté for 5 minutes.

2. Add the garlic and spices and cook for another minute.

3. Add the black beans and cook for 5-7 minutes, until heated through.

4. Spoon the black bean mixture into taco shells and top with avocado, cilantro, salsa, and a squeeze of lime.

2. Vegan Mushroom Tacos

Ingredients:

- 1 lb mushrooms, sliced

- 1 small onion, chopped

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- 1/2 tsp cumin

- 1/2 tsp chili powder

- Salt and pepper to taste

- Taco shells

- Toppings: diced tomato, chopped cilantro, hot sauce

Directions:

1. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes, until they release their moisture and start to brown.

2. Add the onion and garlic and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

3. Add the spices and cook for another minute.

4. Spoon the mushroom mixture into taco shells and top with tomato, cilantro, and hot sauce.

3. Vegan Lentil Tacos

Ingredients:

- 1 cup cooked lentils

- 1 small onion, chopped

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 tsp cumin

- 1/2 tsp chili powder

- Salt and pepper to taste

- Taco shells

- Toppings: diced avocado, chopped cilantro, salsa, lime wedges

Directions:

1. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes.

2. Add the lentils and spices and cook for another 5-7 minutes, until heated through.

3. Spoon the lentil mixture into taco shells and top with avocado, cilantro, salsa, and a squeeze of lime.

4. Vegan Tempeh Tacos

Ingredients:

- 1 package tempeh, crumbled

- 1 small onion, chopped

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 tsp cumin

- 1/2 tsp chili powder

- Salt and pepper to taste

- Taco shells

- Toppings: diced tomato, chopped cilantro, hot sauce

Directions:

1. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the tempeh and cook for 5-7 minutes, until browned.

2. Add the onion and garlic and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

3. Add the spices and cook for another minute.

4. Spoon the tempeh mixture into taco shells and top with tomato, cilantro, and hot sauce.

5. Vegan Sweet Potato Tacos

Ingredients:

- 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed

- 1 small onion, chopped

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 tsp cumin

- 1/2 tsp chili powder

- Salt and pepper to taste

- Taco shells

- Toppings: diced avocado, chopped cilantro, salsa, lime wedges

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Toss the sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them out on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, until tender and slightly browned.

3. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes.

4. Add the roasted sweet potatoes and spices and cook for another 5-7 minutes, until heated through.

5. Spoon the sweet potato mixture into taco shells and top with avocado, cilantro, salsa, and a squeeze of lime.

And for dessert, churros! Yes, you read that right. You can make vegan churros that are just as delicious as the real thing. Serve them with some dairy-free chocolate sauce for dipping.

Of course, no Cinco de Mayo party is complete without a signature cocktail. Try making a spicy margarita using jalapeño-infused tequila and fresh lime juice.

So there you have it, ladies. A plant-based Cinco de Mayo party that will have you and your girls feeling sassy and satisfied. Ole!