Zesty Veggie Tacos Recipe

Name: Zesty Veggie Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole Onion, Quartered And Sliced Thin; 4 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1- 1/2 pound Crimini Mushrooms, Sliced Thin; 2 whole Zucchini, Sliced Thin; 2 whole Summer Squash, Sliced Thin; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1 Tablespoon Cuban Seasoning; 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin; 1/4 teaspoons Chipotle Chile Powder; 4 Tablespoons Butter, Divided; 6 whole Corn Tortillas, Or Double The Amount If Serving 2 Per Serving; 1- 1/2 cup Crumbled Panela (or Queso Fresco)

Servings: persons

1 whole Onion, Quartered And Sliced Thin
4 cloves Garlic, Minced
1- 1/2 pound Crimini Mushrooms, Sliced Thin
2 whole Zucchini, Sliced Thin
2 whole Summer Squash, Sliced Thin
1 teaspoon Salt
1 Tablespoon Cuban Seasoning
2 teaspoons Ground Cumin
1/4 teaspoons Chipotle Chile Powder
4 Tablespoons Butter, Divided
6 whole Corn Tortillas, Or Double The Amount If Serving 2 Per Serving
1- 1/2 cup Crumbled Panela (or Queso Fresco)

1
Chop the veggies and leave in separate piles.
2
Mix the salt and spices in a small bowl and sprinkle evenly over all the veggies.
3
Place 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet and heat to hight heat.
4
Once the butter is melted, add the onions and garlic.
5
Saute for 1-2 minutes until just barely soft.
6
Remove from the skillet and add 2 tablespoons of butter.
7
Once the butter is melted, add the mushrooms and saute and stir until brown and cooked through, about 5-8 minutes.
8
Remove and add the last tablespoon of butter to the skillet.
9
Add the zucchini and summer squash to the skillet.
10
Saute and stir for 2-3 minutes until golden, but just barley cooked through and still firm.
11
To serve, place a tortilla on a plate (you can double them up for extra stability) and load it with veggies.
12
Top each taco with a generous sprinkling of crumbled panela cheese.
13
Serve warm.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole Onion, Quartered And Sliced Thin, 4 cloves Garlic, Minced, 1- 1/2 pound Crimini Mushrooms, Sliced Thin, 2 whole Zucchini, Sliced Thin, and more.

Yes, Zesty Veggie Tacos falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Zesty Veggie Tacos

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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