Pumpkin Tacos

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Cumin-spiced pumpkin replaces beans and beef in this recipe for a perfect filling for soft or crispy tacos. Top with tomatoes, onions, and cilantro.

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Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
7 mins
Total Time:
32 mins
Servings:
12
Yield:
12 tacos
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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 2 cups cubed fresh pumpkin

  • ½ cup vegetable stock

  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • 12 flour or corn tortillas, warmed

  • ¾ cup diced fresh tomato

  • ½ cup diced onion

  • ½ cup diced ripe avocado

  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the pumpkin in the heated oil 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the vegetable stock, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until the pumpkin cubes are easily pierced through with a fork, 5 to 7 minutes. Fill warm tortillas with pumpkin; top with tomato, onion, avocado, and cilantro as desired.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

100 Calories
4g Fat
15g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 100
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 3%
Sodium 46mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate 15g 5%
Dietary Fiber 3g 9%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 2g 4%
Vitamin C 5mg 5%
Calcium 35mg 3%
Iron 1mg 5%
Potassium 194mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.