Walnut Tacos

This recipe is perfect for healthcare institutions and hospitals. It was developed by HSUS’s team of expert chefs and reviewed by HSUS’s team of registered dietitians.

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Servings: 10

Serving size: 1 taco

Ingredients

3 cups Walnuts
1/8 cup Olive oil
3 tablespoons Taco seasoning, prepared
10 Taco shells, soft or Lettuce leaf

Avocado Cilantro Sauce
2 Avocados, skin and seed removed
3 Garlic cloves
1 cup Cilantro, fresh
2 limes, juiced

Preparation

1. Soak walnuts in water for about an hour. Drain thoroughly.
2. In a food processor or blender, grind walnuts to a texture of cooked ground meat.
3. Add the olive oil and taco seasoning. Process again until well combined.
4. Preparing the sauce: combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor and purée until smooth.
5. Portion walnut mixture on tortilla or lettuce leaf and top with avocado cilantro sauce.

Serving information

Can add fresh green and red cabbage for a nice crunch!

Nutrition information

Calories: 414 Total Fat: 30.8g Saturated Fat: 3g Monounsaturated Fat: 7.8g Polyunsaturated Fat: 17.4g Trans Fat: 0g Cholesterol: 0mg Carbohydrate: 26g Fiber: 6.6g Total Sugar: 1g Protein: 8g Sodium: 198mg Vitamin A: 8μg Vitamin C: 7mg Calcium: 63mg Iron: 1.7mg Folate: 61μg