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    Home » Main Dishes

    Published: Apr 27, 2022 · Updated: Jan 27, 2023 by Angela Coleby · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads

    Mushroom Walnut Taco Meat

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    This mushroom walnut taco meat is a healthy, vegan alternative to taco meat. It’s rich, hearty and incredibly flavorful with a great texture.

    A quick and easy keto vegan recipe that can be ready in 15 minutes. Serve the seasoned taco meat as it is in a bowl or use it in a recipe. The balance of spices give a great flavor.

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    • Walnuts & Mushrooms as a meat substitute
    • What type of mushrooms can be used?
    • Ingredients
    • How to make vegan mushroom walnut taco meat
    • How to serve mushroom walnut taco meat
    • Walnut Mushroom Tacos
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • More keto mushroom recipes to try
    • Mushroom Walnut Taco Meat

    Walnuts & Mushrooms as a meat substitute

    When mushrooms and walnuts are chopped fine, like ground beef, they make a great vegan meat substitute. As they are also low in carbs they are also a good low carb vegan and vegetarian option.

    A serving of this walnut mushroom meat substitute has just 5g net carbohydrates. The serving is a quarter of the recipe.

    What type of mushrooms can be used?

    Although fresh white mushrooms work well in this recipe, dried shiitake mushrooms can be used too. Rehydrate the dried mushrooms before use. A mix of fresh and dry mushrooms can be used too.

    Ingredients

    taco meat ingredients

    How to make vegan mushroom walnut taco meat

    The key to this recipe is the seasoning. We used our homemade taco seasoning recipe but you can use your own. Be wary of using packet taco seasoning as it may contain fillers and additives.

    A simple taco seasoning recipe is:

    • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 ½ teaspoon cumin
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
    walnut meat process
    1. Cook the onion in the avocado oil in a large skillet.
    2. Add the garlic.
    3. Place the mushrooms and walnuts in a food processor.
    4. Pulse until finely chopped.
    5. Add the mushroom walnut mixture to the skillet.
    6. Stir in the taco seasoning and tomato paste.
    7. Cook for a few minutes.
    8. Ready to serve or use in another recipe.

    How to serve mushroom walnut taco meat

    Serve this vegan mushroom walnut taco meat on a pile of lettuce leaves or use it for burritos, tostadas, loaded keto tortilla chips and other dishes.

    A few recipe suggestions are:

    • Vegetarian Mushroom Enchiladas
    • Use as a filling for zucchini boats
    • Stuff a pepper with the mixture, sprinkle cheese on top and bake.
    • Vegetarian Taco Salad
    • Vegan Walnut Tacos
    • Vegetarian Empanadas

    Walnut Mushroom Tacos

    Once you have made a batch of this walnut mushroom taco meat, assembly walnut mushroom tacos is easy.

    walnut mushroom tacos

    Using a batch of our almond flour tortillas or flaxseed tortillas, spread the walnut taco meat in the centre. Spoon guacamole or sliced avocado on top and serve with lime wedges. An easy and quick keto vegan dinner once you have the walnut taco meat and low carb tortillas to hand.

    walnut mushroom tacos
    Delicious Walnut Mushroom Tacos

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How do you store vegan taco meat?

    If you want to make this ahead of another recipe or have any leftover, store this in a sealed container in the refrigerator.

    Can mushroom walnut taco meat be frozen?

    Once the mixture is cooled, it can be frozen but should be put into an air tight container or zip locked bag. It should last up to 3 months in the freezer. Defrost in the fridge before use.

    Do I soak the walnuts before use?

    Although we have not soaked our walnuts before use, you can soak them in water overnight, they dry them before use. Soaking nuts can help with their digestion.

    More keto mushroom recipes to try

    Spinach Mushroom Ring

    Mushroom Walnut Loaf

    Cold Mushroom Salad

    Mushroom Galette

    Mushroom Brie Palmini Pasta

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    Mushroom Walnut Taco Meat

    Mushroom Walnut Taco “Meat” is low carb, gluten-free and vegan. Use it as taco “meat”, in vegan quesadillas, to top nachos or pizza, or in your favorite Mexican or taco dish.
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    Prep Time 4 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 19 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Mexican, Vegan
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 91 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 4 oz mushrooms
    • 1 cup walnuts
    • 1 small onion chopped
    • 3 cloves garlic minced
    • ¼ cup taco seasoning we use our own recipe
    • 1 tablespoon tomato puree
    • 2 tablespoons avocado oil

    Instructions
     

    • In a large skillet, heat the avocado oil on a medium heat and add the onion. Cook for 5-8 minutes until softened.
    • Add the garlic and cook for a further 2 minutes.
    • Whilst the onion is cooking, clean the mushrooms and add them with the walnuts to a food process.
    • Pulse until you have a finely chopped mixture.
    • Add the mushroom and walnut mixture to the skillet.
    • Sprinkle the seasoning over the mixture and add the tomato paste. Stir thoroughly.
    • Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    • It's ready to eat or use in another recipe.

    Notes

    The nutritional information is for 4 servings, but this will vary depending on how you use the mixture in another recipe. 
    The net carbs will be the total carb count minus the fibre count. Carb count excludes sugar alcohols.
    Any nutritional analysis on the website is based on an estimate, calculated by Spoonacular from the individual ingredients in each recipe. Variations may occur for various reasons, including product availability and food preparation. We make no representation or warranty of the accuracy of this information.

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    Nutrition

    Serving: 1servingCalories: 91kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 6gFat: 26gFiber: 4g
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