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Published: Oct 5, 2017 · Modified: Oct 31, 2023 by Libby Bloom · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment · 763 words. · About 4 minutes to read this article.

Chipotle Squash Tacos

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Chipotle Squash Tacos - Spicy, fresh, and absolutely delicious! These tacos feature chipotle peppers, pinto beans, summer squash, and our favorite sweet corn from Olathe, Colorado.

squash tacos

Alas, the days of summer produce are coming to an end. But I found the perfect way to savor the last of the summer squash and delicious sweet corn: Chipotle Squash Tacos! 

These tacos are packed with plant-based proteins and colorful veggies. They are as simple as roasting seasoned squash, mashing pinto beans and assembling delicious tacos. Great for a weeknight meal or that perfect savory dish using the last of the summer produce. 

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Ready to make these spicy Chipotle Squash Tacos? Let’s do it!

1 - Prep. Heat the oven to 350 degrees F. Cut squash, remove corn from the cob, chop adobo pepper and mince garlic. 

2 - In a large bowl, combine squash with seasonings, olive oil, adobo pepper and sauce. Gently stir until combined. Spread squash slices on a lined baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes or until squash is tender. 

3 - While the squash is baking, prepare the beans. In a medium bowl, combine beans, olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Mash beans until they are mostly mashed with some still whole. No need to have perfectly mashed beans. 

4 - Assemble tacos. Layer the beans, then squash and toppings - corn, avocado, feta, green onions, lime juice and cilantro - all on a corn tortilla. Enjoy! 

squash tacos on a baking sheet

Chipotle Squash Tacos: Tips, Tricks and Tools

Tools: You don’t need any special tools for these tacos, but it is helpful to have a baking sheet, silicone baking mat, and mixing bowls.

Keep the heat at bay by omitting the pepper and just using the adobo sauce. 

Skip the store-bought tortillas and use our homemade corn tortillas recipe to make your own corn tortillas - sans packaging! 

Make it plant-based by using vegan feta or omitting the cheese.

We hope you love these spicy Chipotle Squash Tacos!

  • A simple plant-focused, gluten-free taco recipe that’s packed with plant-based proteins and colorful veggies.
  • A great weeknight meal that comes together in less than an hour.

Love this simple Mexican-Inspired recipe? Check out our other delicious Mexican-inspired recipes like this Roasted Cauliflower Tacos with Avocado Crema or our Mexican Corn Salad.

Did you enjoy Chipotle Squash Tacos as much as we do?

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squash tacos on a baking sheet

Chipotle Squash Tacos

Chipotle Squash Tacos - Spicy, fresh, and absolutely delicious! These tacos feature chipotle peppers, pinto beans, summer squash, and our favorite sweet corn from Olathe, Colorado.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: The Crooked Carrot

Ingredients

Tacos

  • 2 summer squash (medium) thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil divided
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • salt + pepper to taste
  • 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoon adobo sauce
  • 1 15 oz can pinto beans
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 8 corn tortillas use homemade!

Garnish

  • ½ cup corn
  • 1 lime
  • cilantro
  • green onion
  • feta cheese (optional)
  • avocado
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Instructions

  • Preheat oven: 350 degrees F.
  • Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine squash, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, chipotle powder, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper, chipotle pepper, adobo sauce and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Mix until squash is thoroughly coated.
  • Bake: Place squash on a lined baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 30 minutes.
  • Mash beans: In the large bowl, combine beans, 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Mash beans until most are mashed.
  • Assemble the tacos by layering the beans, squash. Garnish with corn, lime juice, cilantro, green onions, avocado and feta cheese Enjoy!

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Silicone Baking Mats
  • Mixing Bowls

Notes

LEFTOVERS/STORAGE: Store in an airtight glass container for up to 5-7 days.
MAKING IT VEGAN: Use vegan feta or omit cheese.
NUTRITION NOTES: These tacos are packed with plant-based protein and fiber, not to mention they are gluten-free and are easily make vegan. 

Nutrition

Carbohydrates: 34.63g | Protein: 5.35g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 1.7g | Sodium: 2394.14mg | Potassium: 441.03mg | Fiber: 5.63g | Sugar: 4.11g | Vitamin A: 810.1IU | Vitamin C: 18.74mg | Calcium: 78.08mg | Iron: 2.03mg
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