BBQ Cauliflower Tacos with Chickpeas and Quinoa from Good Dinner Mom

BBQ Cauliflower Tacos with Chickpeas and
Quinoa (Vegan + GF) from Good Dinner Mom

From Good Dinner Mom:

"BBQ Cauliflower Tacos with Chickpeas and Quinoa is super flavorful. And the fact that it’s vegan, gluten-free and incredibly healthy is an after-thought… but a good one :). Cauliflower and chickpeas get mixed with a classic barbecue rub (who would have thought?), then tossed with quinoa, and layered with a super-simple yet perfect cole slaw, wrapped in heated or fried corn tortillas. Then go crazy with lime juice, sliced jalapenos, salsa if you want (and of course, cheese for a vegetarian option) – or just keep it simple. Love!"

Recipe details, a complete list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions at BBQ Cauliflower Tacos with Chickpeas and Quinoa - Good Dinner Mom.

BBQ Cauliflower & Chickpea Tacos, Creamy Lime Slaw from She Likes Food

BBQ Cauliflower & Chickpea Tacos with a
Creamy Lime Slaw - from She Likes Food

This delicious and nutritious dish is gluten-free and vegan (use rich, creamy Vegenaise instead of regular mayo) and features healthy ingredients such as cauliflower, chickpeas (garbanzo beans), cabbage, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, dijon mustard, jalapenos and an assortment of spices to make the BBQ rub.

Recipe details, a complete list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions at BBQ Cauliflower & Chickpea Tacos with a Creamy Lime Slaw - She Likes Food.

Avocado Quesadillas from The Garden Grazer

Avocado Quesadillas (Vegan + GF Option)
from The Garden Grazer

This quick and easy recipe for quesadillas features a mashed avocado filling and is a healthier version of the traditional cheese quesadilla.  For a gluten-free delight, simply use GF tortillas.  Other healthy ingredients include tomato, green onion and nutritional yeast.

Recipe details,  a complete list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions at Avocado Quesadillas (Vegan) - The Garden Grazer.

Why You Should Eat An Avocado a Day

Black Bean Tempeh Tacos from The Garden Grazer

Black Bean Tempeh Tacos from TheGardenGrazer.com

From thegardengrazer.com, the author of this recipe:

I love using tempeh as a ground meat substitute! Most often I use it in pasta sauce, but it's awesome in so many other dishes as well. These Black Bean Tempeh Tacos were an early recipe ... Tacos are always a great choice for weeknight meals - quick, easy, delicious! Plus everyone can personalize their own with the toppings they love. These are pleasantly filling, with a double protein punch from both the beans and tempeh. (For us, each taco has over 10g protein!) My favorite toppings are avocado, lettuce, and juicy pico de gallo which pairs wonderfully. Let's get this taco party started!

Recipe details, including a link to a light and creamy peanut sauces, a complete list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions at Black Bean Tempeh Tacos - The Garden Grazer.

Our tip:  for additional health benefits, be sure to include avocado as part of this recipe!
 Why You Should Eat An Avocado a Day

Spicy Quinoa Taco Bowl from One Ingredient Chef

In the mood for something spicy?  This perfectly balanced meal with fresh veggies, whole grains and healthy fats features ingredients such as quinoa, avocado, cherry tomatoes, black beans, corn, onions, cilantro, corn tortillas, lime juice and an array of spices.

Recipe details, including a complete list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions at Spicy Quinoa Taco Bowl from One Ingredient Chef.

More Healthy Foods:
Why You Should Eat An Avocado a Day

Chunky Guacamole Recipe [Infographic]

Chunky Avocado Recipe by Claudia Dominguez

We love this infographic from Claudia Dominguez (found on Behance) illustrating a chunky guacamole recipe!

Of course, every tasty guacamole recipe has ripe avocados and tomatoes, finely diced onion, seeded and diced Jalapeno chili, fresh lime juice and cilantro!

Check out more illustrations and handmade items from Claudia Dominguez.

Read:
Why You Should Eat an Avocado a Day

Vegan Southwestern Green Chili Stew from Treehugger

This easy, south of the border vegan stew is full of bold flavors and is so healthy!  We like ours with a little fresh cilantro sprinkled over the top just before serving!  The recipe features canned green chili peppers, fresh jalapeno pepper, onion, garlic, red bell pepper, fresh tomatoes, corn, new potatoes, red beans, pinto beans, kidney beans and olive oil.

Recipe details including a complete list of ingredients and step by step instructions at Southwestern Green Chili Stew from Treehugger.

More information about the healthy ingredients:
A Chili a Day Keeps the Doctor Away
Garlic Medicinal Properties and Uses

Quinoa, Black Bean and Corn Tacos from Cooking Classy™

This delicious vegetarian version of a Southwest favorite, soft tacos, is quick and easy and features quinoa, canned black beans, frozen corn, onions, garlic, avocados, fresh tomatoes, fresh lime juice, canned green chili, onion, garlic, fresh cilantro and various spices, including chili powder, cumin, paprika, coriander and cayenne pepper.

It can be easily vegan-ized by using vegetable broth and substituting the dairy shredded cheese with dairy-free cheese shreds available from Daiya, Go Veggie or Follow Your Heart.

Recipe details at Quinoa, Black Bean and Corn Tacos from Cooking Classy™

More information about vegan cheese shreds:

Daiya Pepperjack Style Shreds
Go Veggie Mexican Style Shreds
Follow Your Heart Vegan Gourmet Fiesta Blend Shreds

Black Bean Spinach Enchiladas from the Garden Grazer

This enchilada recipe is a healthy version of a Mexican food favorite and features black beans, corn, fresh baby spinach, green onions, fresh cilantro, olive oil and lots of spices, including chili, onion, garlic and cumin powder.  It can be easily vegan-ized by simply substituting the dairy shredded cheese with dairy-free cheese shred substitutes, like Daiya, Go Veggie or Follow Your Heart.

Recipe details at Black Bean Spinach Enchiladas from the Garden Grazer

More information about vegan cheese shreds:
Daiya Pepperjack Style Shreds
Go Veggie Mexican Style Shreds
Follow Your Heart Vegan Gourmet Fiesta Blend Shreds

Vegan Nacho "Cheese" from Vegan Yumminess

This incredibly easy and tasty (not to mention versatile and healthy!) recipe features potatoes, carrots, nutritional yeast flakes, olive oil and lemon juice.  It can be used as a dip or a sauce on steamed vegetables.

Recipe details at:  Vegan Nacho "Cheese" from Vegan Yumminess

No time to make your own?  Try vegan Nacheez, available in mild, medium or spicy.

Beyond Meat Fajitas from Vegan Crunk

This quick and easy vegan fajitas recipe from Vegan Crunk features Beyond Meat Southwest Style Chicken-Free Strips, which are currently available from Whole Foods Market.

Recipe details at Vegan Crunk Beyond Meat Fajitas.

More information about Beyond Meat Chicken-Free Products.

Find a Whole Foods Market near you.