Description
A vibrant and delicious twist on classic tacos, featuring protein-rich chickpeas, sweet pineapple, and aromatic spices for a satisfying plant-based meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup diced pineapple
- 1–2 tablespoons chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Taco shells or tortillas
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Allow the oil to shimmer gently.
- Add the diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes, releasing their fragrant aromas.
- Stir in the chickpeas, diced pineapple, chili sauce, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly to coat.
- Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until everything is hot and flavors meld together beautifully.
- Assemble the tacos by filling your chosen taco shells or tortillas generously with the mixture.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving. The bright green adds a subtle crunch and aroma that elevates each bite.
Notes
For a spicier kick, adjust your chili sauce to your liking. You can roast chickpeas for a crispy addition or customize with toppings like avocado slices or salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg