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Chickpea Tacos

These Chickpea Tacos are a flavor-packed delight! Quick to make and fully customizable with fresh toppings, they're a must-try for any meal!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tacos:
  • 2 cans chickpeas 15 ounce, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons homemade taco seasoning
  • 4-5 small flour tortillas
  • 1 each avocado
  • 1 each tomato
  • 1 each red onion
  • 1 each jalapeno
  • 1 bunch cilantro
  • 1 cup cotija cheese crumbled
  • 1 each Creamy Cilantro Ranch for drizzling

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Can opener
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Serving Platter

Method
 

Cooking Instructions:
  1. Start by draining and rinsing the chickpeas under cold water. This helps remove excess sodium and improves the taste.
  2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the rinsed chickpeas and cook for about 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Sprinkle the homemade taco seasoning over the chickpeas and mix well. Allow the chickpeas to cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until they are heated through and slightly crispy.
  4. While the chickpeas are cooking, warm the flour tortillas in a separate pan or microwave. This makes them soft and pliable for filling.
  5. Chop the avocado, tomato, red onion, jalapeno, and cilantro. Set them aside in separate bowls for easy assembly.
  6. Take a warm tortilla and fill it with a generous scoop of the seasoned chickpeas. Top with avocado, tomato, red onion, jalapeno, and a sprinkle of cotija cheese. Drizzle with the creamy cilantro ranch for that extra zing.
  7. Serve immediately while warm, and watch your friends and family devour them. These chickpea tacos are sure to be a hit!

Notes

  • Don’t skip the seasoning! Homemade taco seasoning can elevate the flavor of your chickpeas significantly.
  • Ensure the chickpeas are well-drained for a crispy texture.
  • Customize the toppings according to your taste preferences for a unique twist.
  • Add a squeeze of lime juice for an extra layer of flavor before serving.