Vegan Tex-Mex Brunch Fiesta: Scrumptious Tofu Scramble & Spicy Black Bean Burritos

Vegan Tex-Mex Brunch Fiesta: Scrumptious Tofu Scramble & Spicy Black Bean Burritos

A flavorful tex-mex brunch perfect for vegan eaters - made for visual appeal and culinary depth.

Time: (Prep, Cook, Total) Prep: 20 minutes Cook: 20 minutes Total: 40 minutes
Servings: Four servings
Difficulty: Easy
Cuisine: Tex-Mex, Vegan

Allergens

Contains no common allergens unless specified.

Ingredients

  • 16 oz extra
  • firm tofu 1 tbsp olive oil 1 medium onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 green bell pepper, chopped 1 cup vegetable broth 1 cup nutritional yeast 1 tsp smoked paprika 1/2 tsp turmeric Salt and black pepper, to taste 4 large flour tortillas 2 cups cooked black beans 1 cup vegan cheese shreds 1 avocado, sliced 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Salsa, for serving Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Press the tofu to remove excess water and crumble it into a large bowl.
  2. In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and green bell pepper cook until softened.
  3. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Add nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
  4. Pour the mixture over the crumbled tofu, stirring until fully combined. Set aside.
  5. Assemble burritos: Spread 1/2 cup cooked black beans on each tortilla, followed by a layer of tofu scramble. Top with vegan cheese shreds, avocado slices, cherry tomatoes, and salsa.
  6. Roll up the tortillas and cut in half for serving.
  7. Garnish with fresh cilantro and enjoy!

Chef’s Insight

The key to this recipe is finding the perfect balance of flavors and textures. The smoky, spicy, and creamy elements come together harmoniously in each bite.

Notes

Feel free to customize this recipe with additional toppings like dairy-free sour cream or hot sauce, depending on personal taste preferences.

Cultural or Historical Background

This vegan Tex-Mex brunch fusion is inspired by the growing popularity of plant-based diets and a love for flavorful, hearty meals. It combines the best of Tex-Mex cuisine with the health benefits and sustainability of a vegan diet.