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Walnut Chorizo Tacos with Pineapple Salsa Recipe

Walnut Chorizo Tacos with Pineapple Salsa Recipe


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

These Walnut Chorizo Tacos with Pineapple Salsa are a flavorful and satisfying vegan twist on traditional tacos. The walnut chorizo is savory and spiced, perfectly complemented by the sweet and tangy pineapple salsa.


Ingredients

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For the Walnut Chorizo:

  • 2 cups raw walnuts, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 small onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Pineapple Salsa:

  • 1 cup diced fresh pineapple
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Pineapple Salsa: In a medium bowl, combine pineapple, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
  2. Walnut Chorizo: Heat olive oil in a skillet. Cook onion until softened, then add garlic. Stir in walnuts, tomato paste, vinegar, soy sauce, spices, salt, and pepper. Cook until heated through.
  3. Warm tortillas. Spoon walnut chorizo onto each tortilla, top with pineapple salsa, and serve.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add diced avocado or hot sauce.
  • The walnut chorizo can be made ahead and reheated when ready to serve.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg