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Vegan Scrambled Tofu Tacos (GF)

Modified: Jul 14, 2021 · Published: Jul 16, 2018 by Rhian Williams

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Modified: Jul 14, 2021 · Published: Jul 16, 2018 by Rhian Williams · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments
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Close-up photo from above of three tacos filled with scrambled tofu, lettuce, cucumber and tomatoes

These Vegan Scrambled Tofu Tacos are really easy to make, fresh and flavourful and super nutritious! The perfect recipe for a healthy yet satisfying plant-based dinner. 

Photo taken from above of three tacos filled with scrambled tofu, lettuce, cucumber and tomatoes

Why you'll love these Vegan Scrambled Tofu Tacos:

  • they're filled with tender, flavourful, subtly spiced Mexican Tofu Scramble
  • the spices transform the tofu form bland and boring to mind-blowingly delicious
  • they make a seriously satisfying, well-balanced meal
  • they're kid-friendly and are bound to be a crowd-pleaser
  • they're ready in 30 minutes
  • they come together in one frying pan
  • they're easily customisable and you can get creative with different fillings
  • they're naturally vegan and gluten-free.

Close-up photo from above of three tacos filled with scrambled tofu, lettuce, cucumber and tomatoes

How to make these Vegan Scrambled Tofu Tacos:

  1. Fry the onion, garlic and peppers in a frying pan
  2. Add some spices and herbs: earthy cumin, smoky paprika, fiery cayenne, fragrant coriander (cilantro)
  3. Add the tofu and use a spatula to break it up into small pieces

Photo of scrambled tofu and sliced green peppers in a black saucepan

Then all you need to do is stuff the scrambled tofu into a tortilla, along with some other yummy add-ins like:

  • crunchy, shredded lettuce
  • sweet mango salsa
  • creamy avocado
  • garlic herb dip
  • and anything else you like!

Close-up photo from above of three tacos filled with scrambled tofu, lettuce, cucumber and tomatoes

Variations

  • I like to use peppers, but you can use any type of vegetables you like - carrots, courgette (zucchini), sweetcorn or mushrooms all work well.
  • You can use either firm or silken tofu, depending on which texture you prefer.

More vegan Mexican recipes:

  • Stretchy Melty Cheese Nachos
  • Mexican Tofu Scramble
  • Vegan White Bean Queso
  • Tofu Fajitas
  • Tofu "Fish" Tacos
  • Stretchy Melty Cheese Quesadillas
  • Easy Cheat Horchata
  • Mushroom Tacos

If you try out this recipe or anything else from my blog, I'd really love to hear any feedback! Please give it a rating, leave a comment, or tag a photo @rhiansrecipes #rhiansrecipes on Instagram! Thank you.

Close-up photo from above of three tacos filled with scrambled tofu, lettuce, cucumber and tomatoes

Vegan Scrambled Tofu Tacos (GF)

These Vegan Scrambled Tofu Tacos are really easy to make, fresh and flavourful, and super nutritious!
5 from 1 vote
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: vegan breakfast tacos, vegan southwest tofu scramble, vegan tofu tacos
Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 90kcal
Author: Rhian Williams
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Ingredients

For the scrambled tofu:

  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil (or sub olive, vegetable or rapeseed oil)
  • 1 small onion , thinly sliced
  • 1 clove of garlic , minced
  • 1 green or red pepper , cored and sliced
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Pinch of cayenne chilli pepper , to taste
  • Handful fresh coriander (cilantro) , roughly chopped
  • 300 g (10.5 oz) firm or silken tofu , drained and rinsed
  • Salt + pepper , to taste

To serve (suggestions):

  • Small tortillas (gluten-free if necessary)
  • Lettuce, shredded
  • Mango salsa
  • Avocado
  • Garlic herb dip

Instructions

For the scrambled tofu:

  • In a frying pan, heat up the oil and add onion, garlic and pepper once hot
  • Fry for around 10 minutes, until very soft
  • Add the cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne and coriander, and fry for about a minute until fragrant
  • Add the tofu and use a spatula to break it up into small pieces
  • Add the salt + pepper and leave to cook for a few minutes until the tofu has cooked through

To serve:

  • Serve the scrambled tofu with tortillas stuffed with desired ingredients and drizzle over garlic herb dip, if desired
Nutrition Facts
Vegan Scrambled Tofu Tacos (GF)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 90 Calories from Fat 45
% Daily Value*
Fat 5g8%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Sodium 6mg0%
Potassium 227mg6%
Carbohydrates 6g2%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin A 235IU5%
Vitamin C 26mg32%
Calcium 33mg3%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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  1. Lynn

    July 16, 2018 at 8:05 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious recipe didn't realize it was vegan at all !

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    • Rhian Williams

      July 16, 2018 at 9:09 pm

      Thank you so much!

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