Vegan Avocado Crema Tofu Tacos with Fresh Pico

Total time40 min

Prep time25 min

Cook time15 min

Vegan Avocado Crema Tofu Tacos with Fresh Pico

Crispy, golden-seared tofu cubes get a smoky-spiced coating of chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika before landing in warm corn tortillas — this is the kind of taco night that doesn't feel like it's missing anything. Fresh pico de gallo brings bright, crunchy contrast with diced tomato, onion, and jalapeño, while a lime-and-cilantro finish keeps every bite sharp and zippy. The real showstopper is the avocado crema, blended silky-smooth with garlic and lime until it's pourable enough to drape over each taco. Every component here is plant-based by nature, from the seasoned tofu to the produce-driven toppings, making this an easy win for a vegan taco night. It's a fully hands-on build too — press, season, sear, blend, assemble — so you control every layer of flavor from start to finish. Serve it with extra lime wedges and this one earns a permanent spot in the weekly rotation.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the tofu

1 block (14 oz) extra-firm tofu
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2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp chili powder
½ tsp ground cumin
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp salt

For the pico de gallo

3 medium roma tomatoes, seeded and finely diced
⅓ cup white onion, finely diced
1 jalapeño, seeded and finely minced
¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
¼ tsp salt

For the avocado crema

2 ripe avocados, pitted and peeled
⅓ cup sour cream
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 small garlic clove, roughly chopped
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
¼ tsp salt
2–3 tbsp water

For serving

8 small corn tortillas
lime wedges (optional)

Instructions

1
Press the tofu: wrap the block in several layers of paper towels, set it on a cutting board, and place a heavy skillet on top for at least 10 minutes. Once pressed, cut into 3/4-inch cubes.
2
In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp salt. Add the tofu cubes and toss until evenly coated.

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