Pumpkin Tacos

Ingredients

• 1 medium sized pumpkin
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup cooked black beans
• 8 small soft tortillas
• 1 avocado, mashed
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup pickled jalapenos

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. Cut the pumpkin into cubes and place on a baking sheet.
3. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, coriander, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper.
4. Drizzle the spice mixture over the pumpkin and mix until the pumpkin is evenly coated.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender.
6. Heat the tortillas in a pan over medium heat until lightly browned and warm, about 1-2 minutes per side.
7. In a small bowl, mash the avocado until it is smooth and creamy.
8. Assemble the tacos by placing a scoop of pumpkin on each tortilla, then top with black beans, avocado sauce, cilantro, red onion, feta cheese, tomatoes, and jalapenos.
9. Serve the tacos warm.

Interesting Facts

• Pumpkin is a great source of fiber, vitamins and minerals.
• The combination of the spices used in this recipe make for a flavorful and delicious taco filling.
• These tacos are vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free.