Carol's Vegan Tacos With Tofu Guacamole

Submitted by Carol Bullock

"A healthier and meat-free alternative to regular tacos."

 

• Ready In: 1hr
• Ingredients: 20
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
• 1 lb firm tofu
• 1 large chopped onion
• 6 -8 minced garlic cloves
• chili powder
• cumin
• curry
• chiffonade lettuce
• chopped tomato
• chopped olive (optional)
• taco shell

• Tofu Guacamole

• 1 large ripe avocado
• 1 lb medium-soft tofu
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• black pepper
• cayenne
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 3 -4 tablespoons lemon juice
• chopped parsley (for the top)

directions

1. Fry onions in oil until soft.
2. Add tofu and cook until golden brown.
3. Add garlic and spices (to taste) and saute over low heat for 1 minute.
4. Fill taco shell first with heated refried beans, tofu mixture, veggies and top with tofu guacamole.
5. Tofu Guacamole Directions: Mash all the ingredients, except parsley, with a fork.
6. After mashing, beat well with fork (vigorously!) or whisk, until smooth and uniform.
7. Arrange nicely in a serving bowl.
8. Top with parsley.
9. Cover tightly and chill.