I learnt how to make this delicious vegan recipe from my daughter one Christmas when she was home visiting. And, I have to admit that it is one of the best Brussels sprout recipes that I have ever tasted. The white bean puree perfectly complements the sautéed vegetables and the sliced avocado takes it over the top! The best part of this recipe is that you don't have to use it all in a taco. The white bean puree can be used as a delicious alternative to mayonnaise for a sandwich spread and the veggies can be just served as a beautiful side dish.
4largeshallotsor substitute 1 cup chopped red onion
1teaspoonred pepper flakes
1tablespoonlime juice
2tablespoonsgrapeseed oilor substitute another mild tasting oil or olive oil
⅛teaspoonkosher saltor substitute regular table salt
⅛teaspoonground black pepper
White kidney puree:
2540 ml canswhite kidney beansdrained and rinsed
4-6tablespoonsolive oilstart with 4 tablespoons and add addition oil to the desired texture and consistency
3clovesgarlic
2tablespoonswhite wine vinegar
2tablespoonslime juiceor substitute lemon juice
½teaspoonred pepper flakes
1cupcilantrochopped or substitute parsley
¼teaspoonkosher saltor substitute regular table salt
¼teaspoonpepper
Shells and toppings:
1avocadopeeled and sliced
10hardtaco shells
Instructions
Make the white kidney bean puree :
Strain the white kidney beans and rinse with cold water. Add half of the white kidney beans to the food processor. Add the olive oil, white wine vinegar, lime juice, garlic and red pepper flakes, salt and pepper.
Blend the mixture well. Add the remaining kidney beans and cilantro and blend until smooth and creamy.
Make the veggie filling:
To a large frying pan, add the grapeseed oil and heat to medium-high. Add the shallots and sauté for 2 minutes.
Add the Brussels sprouts and sauté for 10 minutes. Add the kale and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Add the lime juice and red pepper flakes and cook for 1 additional minute. Season with salt and pepper.
Assemble the tacos:
To assemble the tacos, spread 2-3 tablespoons of white kidney puree on the bottom of the taco shell. Top with the sautéed vegetables and then with some sliced avocado.
Notes
You will have some leftover white bean spread. Use it as a substitute for mayonnaise in your favourite sandwich or wrap.