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Protein-packed, plant-based, and no dressing

Plant-Based, Protein-Rich tacos & Packed with Love (30 grams protein)

Here’s what’s inside:

2 cups black chickpeas (slow-cooked overnight until soft)

1 potato (microwaved 4 mins, cooled, then chopped)

1 onion (chopped)

4 lemons (juice)

4 green chilies (chopped)

2 Persian cucumbers (chopped)

Handful of fresh cilantro (chopped)

Spices:

2 tsp sea salt

2 tsp paprika

2 shakes black pepper

To serve:

Mix everything together

Optional: Top with avocado or your favorite dressing (I skip dressing—it’s flavorful as is!) Follow for more plant powered recipes!#plantbased #vegetarian #veganrecipes #protein #healthyrecipes

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