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Vegan Butternut Squash Tacos with Crispy Brussels Sprouts

Servings: 8 tacos
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
These Vegan Butternut Squash Tacos with Crispy Brussels Sprouts are loaded with flavor - from the avocado spread to the lime crema. Perfect Fall tacos!
5 from 3 ratings

Ingredients

FOR THE ROASTED VEGGIES

  • 2 cups butternut squash* cut in bite-sized cubes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil separated
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 2 cups shaved brussels sprouts
  • 1 shallot thinly cut in rounds
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • salt & pepper

FOR THE LIME CREMA

  • 2 tbsp vegan cream cheese or vegan mayo
  • 1/2 lime juiced
  • 1/4 tsp cumin
  • salt to taste

FOR THE AVOCADO SPREAD

  • 2 avocados
  • 1/2 bunch cilantro
  • 2 cloves garlic peeled
  • 1/2 lime juiced
  • 1/4 tsp cumin
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • water or olive oil as needed

FOR THE TACOS

  • 8 taco-sized tortillas I used flour
  • lime wedges, cilantro, hot sauce for topping

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Add the butternut squash, 1 tbsp of olive oil and the taco seasoning to one baking sheet. Toss to coat evenly. Add the brussels sprouts, shallot, 1 tbsp of olive oil, smoked paprika, oregano and a pinch of salt & pepper to the other baking sheet. Toss to coat evenly.
  • Place the butternut squash in the oven on the upper rack for 30 minutes. At the 10 minute mark, place the brussels sprouts in the oven on the lower rack. Toss both trays at the 20 minute mark.* Remove from the oven and add salt to the squash if needed.
  • While the veggies are roasting, prepare the lime crema. Combine the ingredients in a bowl and stir to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Set aside.
  • Also prepare the avocado spread. Add all of the ingredients (except for the water/olive oil) to a food processor. Blend until everything is combined and smooth. If needed, add water or olive oil to the food processor to loosen up the mixture. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Set aside.
  • When ready to eat, heat the tortillas over an open flame, in a pan over the stove or in the microwave.
  • To assemble, add a layer of avocado spread, butternut squash and brussels sprouts to each tortilla. Top with a drizzle of crema and serve with any of the optional toppings.

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Notes

*I bought my squash pre-cut, but if using a whole squash, be sure to peel it and de-seed it.
**The squash will cook for a total of 30 minutes. The brussels sprouts will cook for a total of 20 minutes.
Calories: 189kcal, Carbohydrates: 25g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 9g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 5g, Sodium: 280mg, Potassium: 358mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 3g, Iron: 2mg
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Course: entree, Main Course
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