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Couscous Tacos Recipe

Craving tacos but want something quick and vegetarian? These couscous tacos are a game-changer! Fluffy couscous, bursting with flavor from stewed tomatoes and taco seasoning, is nestled in soft (or hard!) taco shells and topped with crisp lettuce and cheese. This recipe is a delightful twist on traditional tacos, offering a light and refreshing meal ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a fun weekend lunch!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 315.1 kcal
Protein 26g
Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Couscous Tacos

  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can undrained Mexican style stewed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 medium onion
  • 1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning mix
  • 1 cup couscous
  • 8 ounces firm or extra-firm tofu
  • 6-8 soft or hard taco shells
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • salsa, to taste

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How to Make Couscous Tacos

  1. Finely chop 1/2 medium onion.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine one (14.5 ounce) can of undrained stewed tomatoes, 1/2 cup of water, the chopped onion, and 1 packet (1 ounce) of taco seasoning mix.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  4. Stir in 1 cup of couscous and 8 ounces of crumbled firm or extra-firm tofu.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the couscous is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  6. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
  7. Spoon the couscous mixture into 6-8 soft or hard taco shells.
  8. Top with your favorite shredded lettuce (about 1 cup), shredded cheese (about 1 cup), and salsa to taste.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

26g

Carbs

12g

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