These Spicy Portabella Mushroom Tacos are a vibrant, flavor-packed meal perfect for vegetarians and taco lovers alike. Juicy, seasoned mushrooms are complemented by fresh salsa and creamy avocado, creating a satisfying, healthy, and spicy dinner. Perfect for weeknight meals or gatherings, these tacos will tantalize your taste buds and please your guests.

Recipe Tips and Tricks:

To enhance the mushroom flavor, grill instead of pan-cooking them.
For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the mushroom marinade.
Store leftover salsa in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Swap Portabella mushrooms with button mushrooms or your favorite variety if needed.
Use gluten-free tortillas for a gluten-free option.

Spicy Portabella Mushroom Tacos with Salsa

Kathie Clane

Savory, spicy Portabella Mushroom Tacos paired with zesty salsa and creamy toppings, perfect for a quick, flavorful meal.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Additional Time 5

Total Time 40

Course Portabella mushroom recipes

Cuisine Mexican

Servings 4

Calories 511 kcal

Ingredients

For the Tacos:

4 large Portabella mushrooms cleaned and sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon soy sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
½ teaspoon garlic powder

For the Salsa:

2 medium tomatoes finely diced
1 small red onion finely chopped
1 jalapeño minced
Juice of 1 lime
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped
Salt to taste

Toppings:

Sliced avocado
Shredded lettuce
Crumbled queso fresco or feta optional
Lime wedges

For Serving:

8 small corn or flour tortillas

Instructions

Prepare the Mushrooms:

In a large bowl, mix olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, soy sauce, salt, and pepper.
Add sliced Portabella mushrooms and toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for 10 minutes.

Cook the Mushrooms:

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and slightly caramelized.

Make the Salsa:

Combine diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, cilantro, and salt in a bowl. Mix well and set aside.

Assemble the Tacos:

Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave. Layer cooked mushrooms, fresh salsa, avocado slices, and shredded lettuce. Sprinkle queso fresco if using.

Serve:

Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for an extra citrus kick.

Notes

This recipe is perfect for meal prep and can be easily doubled to serve a crowd. Adjust spice levels based on preference.

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