About the Recipe
This recipe was inspired by a fun little taco place my co-workers and I found near the office! They had an Islander taco on the menu that we all LOVED....but it was greasy. All I could think about the entire time I was eating it was - "I can make this better" - so here we are :)
Sadie Peacock | April 1, 2024
This may be controversial, but growing up I never understood the hype around "Taco Tuesday". Don't worry - I get it now! But something about those greasy meat based tacos never quite got me excited.
Fast forward, and now tacos are a staple in our house! Fresh and light ingredients, combine together with a mixture of spices to create an explosion of flavor! Forget those "meat only tacos". These tacos are packed with veggies, natural sweetness from the pinepple, and yes...."meat" (although I kept it lighter by using shrimp instead of beef). If you're looking for a fully vegan taco, feel free to substitute the shrimp for tofu.
So, here's to Taco Tuesday everyone - ENJOY!
Ingredients
1 bag small cooked shrimp, devined & tail off
2 tbsp curry powder
1 tsp turmeric
1/2 tsp garam marsala
1 cup purple cabbage, shredded
1/2 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
1 yellow onion, finely chopped
1 cup pineapple, finely chopped
4 tbsp vegan parmesan cheese (we love Violife)
8 tortillas (flour or corn)
Fresh lime
Steps
Cooked Ingredients
Thaw shrimp according to package & place into bowl
Add in curry powder, turmeric, and garam marsala - mix well
Add shrimp to a pre-heated skillet (feel free to add a small amount of avocado oil or olive oil if needed)
Add in onions, 1/2 of the purple cabbage, & 1/2 of the pineapple
Cook for 8-10 minutes, stir occassionally
Garnish
Add cooked shrimp mixture to warmed tortilla
Top with remaining purple cabbage, spinach, and pineapple
Sprinkle on vegan parmesan cheese
Finish off with a squeeze of fresh lime
Enjoy!
Optional Variations
For a fully vegan taco, try substituting crispy tofu!
If you aren't limiting dairy, feel free to use your favorite cheese
While not included in this recipe, we think adding/substituting additonal veggies such as bell pepper and/or sweet potato would be delicious! Feel free to mix it up.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 328 kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Fiber: 2g
Meet Sadie
Welcome to Happy. Nourished. Well!
I'm Sadie, the mastermind behind all the delicious and nourishing recipes you'll find here.
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Growing up in Central Texas and being someone who did not particularly enjoy eating meat, I was quickly labeled a "picky eater" as a child. But that couldn't be any further from the truth!
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After experimenting with food, I discovered my love for fresh ingredients, and now I can't get enough! The farmers market is my happy place, and if I have any spare time during the week, you can almost always find me in the kitchen trying out a new recipe.
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Trust me, there's nothing better than the flavors, textures, and colors of freshly made food. So, let's have some fun and try out a recipe or two!
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