As we all know tacos are a traditional Mexican dish made of a corn or wheat tortilla, which is filled and then folded. The reason I like tacos is because they are so versatile. In a sense they are like Indian parathas, which just like tacos can be filled with anything and everything.
The other day I made these paneer and bean veggies tacos and topped with avocado cream sauce and fresh tomato salsa. It surely made for some fantastic dinner which we thoroughly enjoyed. I like how everyone can create their own taco based on personal likes and preference.
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Vegetarian Tacos with Black Beans and Paneer
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings, or 8 tacos 1x
Description
Paneer is sautéed with veggies and beans for a fun new take on tacos and served with rice, fresh salsa, and avocado cream.
Ingredients
- 8 Taco shells
Avocado Cream Sauce
- 1 avocado, big
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) yogurt
- salt & pepper to taste
- 1 1/2 tbsp (22 ml) lime juice
Rice
- 1 cup (240 ml) rice
- 1 tbsp cilantro/coriander, finely chopped
- 1 tsp lime juice
Veggies
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) sweet corn
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) black beans, cooked
- 3/4 cup (180 ml) paneer, cut into small cubes
- 1/2 green pepper/capsicum, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
- juice of half time
- 3/4 tsp taco seasoning
- salt, to taste
Instructions
Avocado Cream Sauce
- Cut and peel the avocado and take out it’s pulp in a bowl.
- Add greek yogurt to it.
- Transfer to a food processor, add lime juice, salt and pepper and pulse till smooth and creamy. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
Rice
- Take 1 cup of cooked rice in a bowl. I used long grain Asian rice, you can use any rice of your choice.
- Add chopped cilantro/coriander leaves, some lime juice to it.
- Mix till well combined and set aside.
Veggies
- Add 1 tsp of oil to a pan on medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add cumin seeds to it and wait till the seeds crackle.
- Once the seeds crackle and the paneer cubes, sliced green pepper and taco seasoning. Saute for 2 minutes.
- Now add cooked black beans, corn and salt to taste. Mix everything together till well combined
To Serve
- Place the rice, avocado cream sauce, tomato salsa and the veggies in separate bowls.
- Also place the taco shells and let everyone make their own tacos with their choice of filling and toppings!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 380
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I substitute the paneer with another cheese in the tacos?
Yes, you can substitute paneer with queso fresco or feta cheese for a different flavor and texture.
What type of tortillas work best for these vegetarian tacos?
Corn tortillas are traditional and work well, but you can also use whole wheat tortillas if you prefer.
How can I make the avocado cream sauce for the tacos?
To make the avocado cream sauce, simply blend ripe avocado with sour cream, lime juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
