Zucchini Tacos

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: Mexican

Colorful zucchini and squash tacos feature seasoned vegetables, melted cheese, and fresh toppings, perfect for a quick, healthy, and flavorful vegetarian meal.

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Ingredients

  • 3 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
  • 3 medium yellow crookneck squash, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 4 Tbsp. McCormick Mexican Seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • 8-10 flour tortillas
  • 1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 cup chopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a frying pan.
  2. Add zucchini and squash, cook for 5-10 minutes until slightly tender.
  3. Add seasoning and salt, stir and cook for another 5-10 minutes until soft.
  4. While vegetables are cooking, prepare tortillas by placing them flat on a hot, dry skillet until slightly browned. Fold in half and set aside.
  5. Fill each prepared taco shell with the cooked zucchini and squash mixture.
  6. Top with shredded cheddar cheese, chopped onion, and cilantro.
  7. Serve with salsa and sour cream.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

528 kcal 26% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 10.8g 22% DV
Total Fat 41.2g 53% DV
Carbs 30.5g 11% DV
Fiber 2.5g 9% DV
Sugar 4.4g 9% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10328.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 324.5mg 7% DV
Cholesterol 27mg 9% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 112.3mcg 12% DV
Vitamin C 67.3mg 75% DV
Vitamin D 0.2mcg 1% DV
Calcium 239.3mg 18% DV
Iron 2mg 11% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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