These scrambled, crumbled tofu tacos combine a spiced Southwest tofu scramble with onion and garlic, wrapped in flour or corn tortillas, and topped off with your favorite toppings like tomatoes, shredded lettuce, avocado cream, etc. Enjoy them as vegan breakfast tacos or for brunch, lunch, or dinner that's ready in under 30 minutes!
If you want a taco recipe that you can enjoy for breakfast (along with these simple vegan breakfast tacos and black bean orange tacos), lunch, or dinner, then look no further! These tofu tacos are filled with a Mexican tofu scramble filling and topped off with all your favorite toppings, making them perfect for serving large groups. Personally, we love creating an entire taco spread so everyone can mix and match their toppings of choice!
Whether you want a quick and simple recipe (while not lacking in flavor!) for taco Tuesdays or to impress at potlucks and dinner parties, this tofu taco recipe is great. The filling is lightly spiced and packed with plant-based protein and fiber, naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, and ready in under 30 minutes, with no need to press the tofu. Personal experience has shown that even meat lovers are big fans!
When prepared incorrectly, tofu’s blank canvas flavor can be off-putting. However, when combined with classic Mexican spices like cumin, chili, and paprika, it makes super delicious tofu taco crumbles/scramble. And if you have any leftovers, it still makes for a delicious breakfast Mexican/Southwest tofu scramble or you can freeze it for later.
You might also enjoy these other simple tofu scramble recipes, including Nopalitas tofu scramble, holy tofu scramble, and our favorite tofu scramble!
You can pull this vegan tofu tacos recipe together with just seven inexpensive ingredients and a handful of pantry-staple spices.
There are several simple ways to boost and adapt the flavor and nutrients in these tofu scramble tacos with the addition of:
If you want to prepare this vegan tofu tacos recipe with an oven-free method, you’re in luck. However, we find that browning the tofu BEFORE crumbling is a key to achieving the best and most tender texture, so this will vary.
You can press the tofu if preferred, though it isn't necessary, as the sauteing will cook off the excess liquid.
Not necessarily. You can mash the tofu with a fork or your fingers.
Not necessarily, as the oven cooks off most of the excess liquid and the sauteing finishes it off. If you want crispier tofu, though, feel free to press (and even freeze) it in advance.
Freezing and thawing the tofu in advance can create an even chewier, ‘meatier’ texture.
You can prepare the Southwest tofu scramble filling 2-3 days in advance and chop the tomatoes and lettuce up to a day in advance, storing them all in separate containers in the refrigerator.
Once prepared, you can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. You can also store it in the freezer for up to three months. Thaw it in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
Reheat it on the stovetop or in the microwave until heated through.
As with all tacos, there are plenty of toppings to choose from for these crumbled tofu tacos. Some of our favorites include:
When serving a crowd, we highly recommend creating a taco station with lots of different toppings so guests can pick elements. We also recommend making one mild and one spicy tofu taco crumble mixture.
You can also serve these crumbled tofu tacos with other Mexican favorite side dishes and salads, like this mixed bean salad, vegan calabacitas, summer zucchini and hominy, etc. When enjoying them as vegan breakfast tacos, we also love a side of home fries.
Photos by Alfonso Revilla
Michelle says
These are a staple in my house now!
Teodora says
Simple and delicious! Love it!
Andrea White says
My kind of tacos!
Amanda says
Love tofu tacos! Such a simple and tasty way to enjoy them 🙂
Andrea White says
I'm such a big fan! They're the best!
Janaye says
Love tacos I definitely need to try this filling!
Andrea White says
You'd love this one!
Gina H. says
Perfect taco night tacos! Such a great flavor ;D
Andrea White says
Yesss! My new fave taco on Tuesday 🙂
Tina says
These tofu tacos are perfect for brunch!
Andrea White says
Aren't they?! They're just too good!
Andrea White says
Love how easy these tacos are to make! So tasty too!
Keri Bevan says
We made these tofu tacos for Taco Tuesday, and everyone thought they were really delicious!
Andrea White says
Awesome! So glad everyone enjoyed it 🙂
Emily Flint says
We just started making more meals with tofu and this is one of our favorites! Yum!
Anaiah says
Oh these tofu tacos are so perfect! Simple, delicious, and easy to make meals are the best.
Jean says
love this plant based tacos its bursting with flavors and easy to make
Nancy Wu says
i could eat these all day long!