# Autumnal Pumpkin Avocado Tostadas This Vegetarian Taco Recipe Has an Ancho Chile Pumpkin Sauce By M | Published 2015-11-11 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegetarian-taco-recipe References: [loveandlemons](http://www.loveandlemons.com/2015/11/11/pumpkin-avocado-tostadas/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds) & [loveandlemons](http://www.loveandlemons.com) For those searching for an inventive [vegetarian taco recipe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dorado-tacos) that uses veggies in a fun and exciting way, this Pumpkin Avocado Tostada dish creatively subs in avocado and nuts in place of meat. The dish also features [spicy flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/topping-sauces) that contrast the refreshing veggies to make for a wholesome and filling meal. Despite the lack of a central protein, these tacos are filled with wholesome veggies and nuts that keep this meal healthy, fresh and hearty. The recipe features [toasted corn tortillas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mango-habanero-double-tostadas) topped with a homemade pumpkin and ancho kill sauce for spice. The tostadas are then filled with Haas avocados, romaine lettuce, pumpkin seeds, salsa and radish as well as a drizzle of fresh lime juice. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Vegetarian Tacos:** Opportunity for food companies to create innovative plant-based taco recipes using unconventional ingredients. - **Avocado Substitutions:** Potential for food producers to develop avocado-based alternatives for meat substitutes in vegetarian dishes. - **Homemade Sauces:** Market for specialty sauce makers to offer unique and flavorful homemade sauce options for enhancing vegetarian dishes. ### Where This Applies - **Food Companies:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to develop and market plant-based taco recipes to cater to the growing demand for vegetarian options. - **Food Producers:** Potential for disruption by creating avocado-based meat substitutes that provide healthier alternatives in vegetarian dishes. - **Specialty Sauce Makers:** Opportunity to disrupt the market by offering distinctive and flavorful homemade sauces that add a unique touch to vegetarian meals. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mexican Holiday Taco Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chile-en-nogada-taco.md) - [Jicama Shell Avocado Tacos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skinnylicious-avocado-tacos.md) - [Pumpkin Spice Avocado Caviars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avocado-caviar.md) - [Layered Beef Tostadas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/layered-beef-tostada.md) - [Crispy Poblano Pepper Tacos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crispy-potato-poblano-pepper-tacos.md) - [Fava Bean-Filled Taco Ingredients](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fava-taco-style-crumbles.md) - [Buget-Friendly Bean Tostadas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/refried-bean-tostada.md) - [Cunchy Queso-Topped Tostadas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/queso-chrunchtadas.md) - [Seasonally Inspired Avocado Oils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-spice-avocado-oil.md)