Spicy Butternut Squash Tacos: 1 Amazing Vegetarian Joy
Enjoy these vibrant and flavorful vegetarian tacos filled with spicy roasted butternut squash. They’re a perfect weeknight meal that’s both satisfying and easy to make.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Tacos
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese (optional, for vegetarian)
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the butternut squash cubes with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned squash in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the squash is tender and slightly caramelized, flipping halfway through.
- Warm the corn tortillas according to package directions (you can warm them in a dry skillet, microwave, or oven).
- Fill each warm tortilla with the roasted butternut squash.
- Top with fresh cilantro and cotija cheese, if using.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the squash seasoning.
- If you prefer a softer taco, you can steam the tortillas briefly before filling.
- Feel free to add other toppings like diced red onion, avocado, or a dollop of sour cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: Approximately 250-300 (will vary based on ingredients and toppings)
- Sugar: Approximately 8-12g (natural sugars from squash)
- Sodium: Approximately 200-400mg (depending on added salt)
- Fat: Approximately 8-12g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 1-3g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 7-9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 40-50g
- Fiber: Approximately 6-8g
- Protein: Approximately 4-6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg (if cotija cheese is omitted or low-fat version is used)