11 Unusual Taco Recipes to Upgrade National Taco Day

Whether it's Cinco De Mayo, Taco Tuesday or any ol' night, one thing is for sure: Our love for a good taco recipe is something fierce. They're also the perfect meal for one or a whole family, any day of the week (like National Taco Day). We've got all the inspo you need to cook up a taco feast at home. Grab the tequila and pour yourself another margarita for these 11 colorful taco recipes.

1. Butternut Squash, Spinach + Black Bean Tacos

The combination of lime and chili with butternut squash creates a surprising yet delicious flavor profile. (via William Sonoma)

2. Cuban Fish Tacos With Citrus Mango Slaw and Chipotle Lime Crema

All of that color from the fruit and slaw is like a delicious fiesta on your plate. The best part is that this recipe is both tasty and healthy. We'll drink to that! (via Half-Baked Harvest)

3. Chicken Tikka Masala Naan Taco

Take your National Taco Day to India with this tikka masala naan hack. (via Brit + Co)

4. Lentil and Zucchini Tacos With a Chipotle Cream Sauce

Our mouths are watering just thinking about the roasted zucchini and cream sauce in this meal. (via Bev Cooks)

5. Deep-Fried Avocado Tacos

If you haven't tried deep-fried avocado yet, this is the perfect time to do so. The beer batter gives it a light and crispy flavor. (via Serious Eats)

6. Jackfruit Carnitas Tacos

This vegan-friendly recipe is so good, even your most carnivorous pals will be eating it up. These would go great with a spicy jalapeño margarita. (via Clean Green Simple)

7. Instant Pot Carnitas Taco

This dish requires very little introduction. Tacos? Always. Carnitas? Yes, please. Done in under an hour? Duh. Plus, this Instant Pot version beats out slow-cooking it. (via Brit + Co)

8. Beet and Goat Cheese Tacos with Avocado Cream

Beets and goat cheese might not be your go-to taco fillings, but trust us on this one. Topped with avocado sauce, this recipe will have you coming back for seconds and thirds. (via Girl in the Little Red Kitchen)

9. Keto-Friendly Steak Taco With Cheese Shell

Your favorite taco fillings, including steak, are stuffed inside crispy cheddar cheese shells for a beginner recipe that's easy enough to tackle on a weeknight for one person. (via Brit + Co)

10. Korean Beef Tacos

Try this spin on your typical taco. The use of chili and soy sauce proves this tasty treat doesn't need Latin flavors to be delicious. (via Jason and Shawanda)

11. Curry Cauliflower Tacos With a Spicy Raita

This meal is loaded with delicious chick peas and cauliflower. The raita + sriracha sauce packs a serious punch, while the cilantro adds a fresh, cooling flavor. (via Chezus)

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This article has been updated from a previous post.