Leave the tortillas in the fridge for this recipe because you will not be needing them. You know what? You don’t need to defrost chicken, pork, or beef, either. These raw vegan tacos pack a flavorful punch that will blow your taste buds away. In fact, they won’t know what hit them! You get a variety of textures and flavor combinations that leave you wanting more after every bite. You won’t want to put the taco down once you start eating it.

Now, the “meat” in this recipe is made from sunflower seeds, sun-dried tomatoes (not in oil), and a long list of seasonings. Trust us when we tell you that these are not lacking in seasoning. Just keep in mind that you have to do a little prep in advance. Soak the sunflower seeds for a couple hours in order to soften them. This step helps them blend a little easier in the food processor, but you don’t want to blend them so much so that they become a paste. Pulse the sun-dried tomatoes and sunflower seeds with the seasonings until you get a crumbly mixture that is similar to ground meat.

One of the best parts of eating tacos is enhancing them with various toppings. Perhaps you go simple with some diced onion and cilantro and a squeeze of lime. Maybe you want to take it up a notch and make guacamole and pico de gallo. Perhaps you want to peruse our recipe section to find a raw vegan cheese sauce that you can drizzle over the tacos. Let your palate guide you and top these raw tacos with whatever you desire, so long as they are raw vegan.

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It’s amazing how seasonings can transform ordinary walnuts to taste like zesty, spicy taco meat.

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The world of plant-based meats continues to evolve, becoming more popular by the day. The problem with plant-based meats is the amount of processing and preservatives they require. Swapping out antibiotic-rich meat for processed, packaged, plant-based meat is not a healthy switch. It’s actually better to choose whole food options that deliver essential nutrients to the body. 

Some people want to eat less meat while others abstain from meat for cruelty-free reasons. More recently, people have informed themselves on the benefits of plant-based eating and the harmful effects of meat-centric diets. According to research studies, people who follow plant-based diets have better heart health, cognitive function, and less inflammation. Compare that with people who consume meat and dairy and experience excess mucus production, hormonal imbalances, and a higher risk of cancer.

What About Vegan Meat Substitutes?

There are many issues with store-bought vegan meat substitutes. Unfortunately, people are under the impression that plant-based meats are healthier than regular meat. In reality, plant-based meat substitutes contain starches, refined flours, added sugars, natural flavors, preservatives, protein isolates, veggie powders, and unhealthy oils. They are not vegetables, and they are not healthy for you. 

Whole food meat alternatives, however, are a completely different story. You can transform myriad vegetables, legumes, nuts, seeds, and even certain fruits into meaty options. Because you are eating real, whole foods, you absorb the beneficial nutrients that they contain. Consume plants instead of the mutated versions of them that are far from their original state! Continue reading to learn about excellent whole food meat alternatives. 

Mushrooms

These meaty fungi are some of the best meat alternatives you can get. You can grill them, roast them, or sauté them, and they retain their texture. Some people grill portobello mushroom caps and use them in place of burger patties. Others roast king oyster mushrooms because they have a thick, edible stalk. In fact, you can marinate these mushrooms and cook them in stews for a great meat substitute. 

Lentils

Whether you want to use them as a ground beef replacement in a pasta sauce or chili, lentils are the answer. They are rich in protein and offer an earthy texture that holds up during the cooking process. The most popular use of lentils is to put them in soup, but you can also season and cook them like taco meat. They cook easily and any variety will get the job done.

Jackfruit

This may be one of the strangest looking fruits you ever see in your life. If you purchase fresh jackfruit (commonly available at ethnic grocery stores), you’ll see that it is an enormous, green gourd-like fruit. The inside is what you’re after, though. The texture of jackfruit, after you cook it, is very similar to that of shredded meat. You can slow cook fresh jackfruit to make vegan pulled pork or vegan carnitas. It is rich in essential fiber and protein, in addition to antioxidants and beneficial vitamins and minerals. 

Cauliflower

The cauliflower wing craze is out of control, but many people love this option because cauliflower is an excellent whole food meat alternative. If you don’t want to bread the cauliflower and make it unhealthy, slice the entire head into thick “steaks.” You can marinate and grill or roast them just like a thick piece of meat. The best part is that they retain some texture, so you can eat them with a knife and fork. Don’t forget that you can make cauliflower rice if you want to reduce your carb intake. 

Walnuts

If you are familiar with our cleanse approved recipe section (click here to view), you know we love walnut meat. You don’t even need to cook walnuts to transform them into meat. You can pulse them in the food processor with an assortment of spices and add them to lettuce leaves. Top them with freshly made salsa and avocado and you’ve got yourself an amazing, plant-based, raw vegan taco. You can also combine walnut meat with cauliflower rice for a healthy burrito bowl. 

Chickpeas

Because of their neutral flavor, chickpeas take on whatever flavor you like. They have a nutty texture that makes them excellent meat substitutes for soups, stews, curries, tacos, or pasta dishes. You can also blend them up and compress them into burger patties. 

It is possible to follow a meat-free diet and still provide your body with the essential nutrients it needs. These are only some of the many whole food meat alternatives that exist. We encourage everyone to always choose whole food options over processed foods, which include plant-based meats. 

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We are almost positive that you have seen some of our raw taco ‘meat’ recipes, made from a combination of nuts, seeds, and seasonings. Some people have nut allergies, though, and need other ‘meaty’ options. Mushrooms absorb flavors well and have an inherent meaty texture. Plus, they are great natural sources of vitamin D!

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Using raw walnuts as the base for the “meat,” these tacos are absolutely filling, tasty, and they somehow get better with each bite. It seems like a difficult recipe, but it is actually very easy. Honestly, the hardest part of this recipe is not tearing the cabbage leaves when you peel them off the cabbage head. Good luck with that!

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One of the things you learn on a raw vegan diet is how many dishes you can create. This raw spiced taco meat will have you thinking that you just cheated on the raw diet. The avocado, tomatoes, cilantro, and onion toppings are essential so don’t forget them!

Note: If the taco meat isn’t blending easily, add a little water to ease the blending process.

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It’s amazing how seasonings can transform ordinary walnuts to taste like zesty, spicy taco meat. When you take a bite that contains some walnut meat, cilantro, tomatoes, lettuce, and the bite of red onion, you’ll think that you’re at a little cleanse-approved cantina!

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If you have a nut allergy and are cleansing, this is the raw taco meat that you’ve been looking for. This is by no means lacking in flavor, either. You can wrap this mixture in collard leaves or add it to your salads for an added protein boost. If you want to prep a larger batch as part of a raw meal prep, this will keep in the fridge for up to one week.

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We have several recipes for raw tacos on our website, but we wanted to change it up a bit. These raw tostadas are full of bold flavors that all complement each other. You’ll need extra romaine lettuce leaves to serve as the taco shells.

Note: In the picture, you’ll notice that the tostada is on a tortilla, but tortillas are not cleanse-approved so don’t eat them! Use the lettuce leaves!

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Let’s face it, people love tacos; that’s the long and short of it. The beauty is that there are so many variations of this easy to make food. In a survey that consisted of 1,000 people, 19 out of each 20 people said that they loved tacos. The taco is the perfect social food with the culinary power to unify a group of strangers.

The possibilities are endless when it comes to the different combinations of toppings and fillings you can use in taco recipes. You don’t have to be a carnivore to enjoy tacos because there are myriad recipes that showcase healthy, vegan, and even raw renditions of this culinary creation.

It’s hard not to get excited about tacos, which is why we have four amazing taco recipes for you to try today. If you make one or more of them, please comment below and let us know how you liked the recipe(s).

Raw Taco Meat Romaine Boats

Add some Latin flavors to your raw diet by making these raw romaine tacos. These will leave your taste buds wanting more after each bite!

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Jackfruit Carne Asada

Jackfruit has become increasingly popular within the last year because of its ability to mimic the texture of meat when cooked. The key to good carne asada is not the meat; rather, it is the way you season the dish. And this dish has all the seasonings you could imagine!

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Raw Walnut Meat Tacos

These tacos come together quickly for a light, healthy dish. Tacos are the perfect social food, so assemble the tacos and dig in.

Click here to make the recipe.

Crispy Chickpea Tacos With A Tahini Dressing

Get ready to experience some powerful flavors! With some tangy notes and hints of spice, these chickpea tacos are perfect for dinner!

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