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15-Minute Spiced Jackfruit Taco Salad
Canned jackfruit transforms into a smoky, hearty taco filling in this plant-based take on a Tex-Mex classic. You'll toss the pan-fried, spiced jackfruit with crisp iceberg lettuce, black beans, diced tomatoes, and vegan cheddar. A handful of crushed corn chips and a dollop of vegan sour cream bring the whole bowl together. It's a fresh, crunchy meal that hits all the right notes when you're craving something substantial but light.
Equipment
- Skillet
Ingredients
- 30 MINUTES OR LESS
- 1 (20-ounce) can unsweetened jackfruit, drained
- 1 tablespoon dark chili powder
- 1½ teaspoons ground cumin
- 1½ teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 1 large head iceberg or romaine lettuce
- 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles (preferably Ro-Tel brand), drained
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup shredded vegan Cheddar
- ¼ cup sliced pickled jalapeño peppers, drained
- ¼ cup vegan sour cream
- 4 cups partially crushed corn chips or uncrushed Fritos
Instructions
- 1Place the drained jackfruit, dark chili powder, ground cumin, onion powder, and sea salt into a large mixing bowl. Mix everything thoroughly with your hands until the jackfruit is evenly coated. Using your hands helps break up the jackfruit chunks into a shredded, meat-like texture.
- 2Chop the iceberg or romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces, roughly half an inch thick. Transfer the chopped greens to a large serving bowl.
- 3Warm a lightly oiled medium skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned jackfruit and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until the edges turn lightly brown. Browning the jackfruit adds depth and a slightly chewy texture.
- 4Transfer the warm jackfruit to the bowl with the lettuce. Add the drained diced tomatoes and green chiles, rinsed black beans, vegan cheddar cheese, pickled jalapenos, vegan sour cream, and crushed corn chips.
- 5Gently toss all the ingredients together until the sour cream and spices lightly dress the greens. Portion the mixture evenly into bowls.
Nutrition
568kcal
Calories
14g
Protein
26g
Fat
25g
Fiber
4g
Sugar
2mg
Sodium
Notes
- Prep: Make sure to rinse and drain the canned jackfruit well to remove any briny flavor before seasoning.
- Variation: For a spicier kick, top the finished salad with diced fresh serrano peppers and a drizzle of vegan jalapeno ranch dressing.
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