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Butternut Squash and Chickpea Tacos with Avocado Lime Cream Recipe

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These vibrant Butternut Squash Tacos are a wholesome and flavorful vegetarian dish featuring roasted butternut squash and crispy chickpeas seasoned with taco spices. Served on warm corn or flour tortillas and topped with creamy avocado lime crema, these tacos offer a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors – ideal for a quick and nutritious weeknight meal.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups butternut squash, chopped into 1/2″ cubes
  • 1 (15oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 8 corn or flour tortillas (street taco size)
  • 1 large avocado
  • 1/4 cup sour cream, Greek yogurt, or vegan sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons diced jalapeno (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C) to prepare for roasting the squash and chickpeas.
  2. Prepare Ingredients: Chop the butternut squash into 1/2-inch cubes. Rinse and dry the chickpeas thoroughly.
  3. Season and Toss: Drizzle 2 tablespoons of avocado oil onto a sheet pan. Add the chickpeas and butternut squash, then toss them together with the taco seasoning, salt, and black pepper to evenly coat.
  4. Roast: Spread the seasoned chickpeas and squash in a single layer on the sheet pan. Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even browning, until the squash edges are caramelized and the chickpeas are crispy.
  5. Make Avocado Lime Crema: While roasting, prepare the avocado lime crema by combining the avocado, sour cream (or yogurt/vegan sour cream), and diced jalapeno in a bowl for chunky texture, or blend in a food processor for a smoother consistency.
  6. Assemble Tacos: Once roasted, load each tortilla with a mix of chickpeas and squash. Drizzle with the avocado lime crema, and optionally garnish with fresh cilantro and a splash of hot sauce for extra heat if desired.

Notes

  • For extra crispness, pat chickpeas dry before seasoning.
  • You can substitute avocado oil with olive oil if preferred.
  • Adjust jalapeno quantity based on heat tolerance.
  • Street taco size tortillas make the perfect handheld portions.
  • These tacos are easily vegan by choosing vegan sour cream or plain avocado crema.
  • Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian