Vegan Jackfruit Tacos with Pineapple Salsa Recipe
Girl, forget boring salads—these Vegan Jackfruit Tacos with Pineapple Salsa deliver that pulled jackfruit meaty texture you secretly crave midnight.
You’ll bask in zesty salsa and tropical flavor while flaunting your plant-based prowess without sacrificing any spice blend excitement whatsoever.
Wave goodbye to guilt and hello to bold vegan-friendly tacos stuffed with savory seasonings that’ll make your taste buds dance.
This plant-based fiesta fits perfectly in your busy schedule, requiring minimal prep but maximum flavor for effortless weekday taco triumphs, diva-style.
Grab your skillet and embrace meaty texture culinary magic with sassy tropical twist that says vegan dreams do come true.
Summary of the Recipe
Indulge in mouthwatering plant-based tacos featuring tender pulled jackfruit enveloped in a zesty pineapple salsa—pure tropical taco ecstasy.
Vegan Jackfruit Tacos with Pineapple Salsa Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 20-oz cans young green jackfruit in brine, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup fresh pineapple finely diced
- ½ cup red onion minced
- 1 jalapeño seeds removed and chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 2 tbsp lime juice about 1 lime
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
Instructions
- Prep jackfruit: Pat the drained fruit dry, then shred lightly with forks in a bowl.
- Season fruit: Heat oil in skillet over medium heat; add cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir for 30 seconds to toast spices.
- Cook jackfruit: Toss shredded jackfruit into skillet; sauté 5–7 minutes until edges crisp and absorb spice blend.
- Make salsa: Combine pineapple, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and pinch of salt in mixing bowl; stir until juicy and vibrant.
- Warm tortillas: Heat each tortilla in a clean skillet for 15 seconds per side.
- Assemble tacos: Spoon seasoned jackfruit onto tortillas; top with pineapple salsa and extra cilantro if you’re feeling fancy.
- Serve immediately: Dive in before anyone judges your life choices.
Notes
- Calories: 250
- Total Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Vitamin C: 30% DV
- Iron: 10% DV
- Calcium: 6% DV
- Vitamin A: 8% DV
- Vitamin K: 15% DV
- Swap smoked paprika for chipotle powder to add smoky heat.
- Add sliced avocado for creamy contrast.
- Marinate jackfruit in salsa juices for extra tang before cooking.
- Keep tortillas warm in a clean kitchen towel until serving.
