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Crispy Baked Vegan Taquitos

  • Author: Sally Thompson
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 10–12 taquitos 1x

Description

Get ready to fall in love with these Crispy Baked Vegan Taquitos—a must-try for fans of easy dinners, quick snacks, and healthy comfort food. With a golden, crunchy shell and a savory, plant-powered filling, they’re the perfect answer to your weeknight dinner dilemmas or your next party snack spread. Whether you’re looking for vegan dinner ideas, easy recipes, or healthy snacks, this one’s a winner. These taquitos are baked, not fried, making them a lighter alternative without compromising on that essential crunch. Loaded with seasoned black beans and spices, they bring Mexican-inspired flavor in every bite. Perfectly paired with guacamole, salsa, or vegan sour cream, they’re everything you want from a crispy, craveable dish.

Ingredients

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For the Filling:

  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
  • Juice of 1/2 lime

For the Taquitos:

  • 10–12 corn tortillas (6-inch size)
  • Avocado or olive oil spray
  • Pinch of sea salt

Optional for Serving:

  • Guacamole
  • Vegan sour cream
  • Salsa or pico de gallo
  • Vegan crema or queso

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion for 3–4 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook for another minute.
  4. Add black beans and cook for 2–3 minutes. Lightly mash them with a spoon or potato masher.
  5. Stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro. Remove from heat.
  6. Warm tortillas in the microwave for 30–45 seconds wrapped in a damp towel until pliable.
  7. Add 1–2 tablespoons of filling to each tortilla. Roll tightly and place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
  8. Lightly spray or brush taquitos with oil. Sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt.
  9. Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden.
  10. Serve warm with your favorite dips and sides.

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Find it online: https://sallymeals.com/crispy-baked-vegan-taquitos/