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Weeknight • Vegetarian

Black Bean & Sweet Potato Tacos

Flavorful, easy, and satisfying vegetarian tacos featuring roasted sweet potatoes and spiced black beans.

Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Servings
4
Level
Weeknight
Black Bean & Sweet Potato Tacos

Get ready for a flavor fiesta! These Black Bean & Sweet Potato Tacos are a vibrant, vegetarian delight that will quickly become a household favorite. The combination of sweet roasted potatoes, smoky black beans, and your favorite fresh toppings creates a handheld meal that's both healthy and incredibly satisfying. Taco Tuesday, anyone?

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Main

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 8-12 small corn or flour tortillas
  • Optional toppings: avocado slices, sour cream/Greek yogurt, salsa, crumbled feta or cotija cheese

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Step 2

    In a medium bowl, toss the diced sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, 1/4 teaspoon cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.

  3. Step 3

    Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and slightly caramelized.

  4. Step 4

    While the sweet potatoes roast, prepare the black beans. In a separate bowl, gently combine the rinsed black beans, chopped red onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, remaining 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, and 1/4 teaspoon cumin. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  5. Step 5

    Warm the tortillas according to package instructions (in a dry skillet, microwave, or in the oven for a few minutes).

  6. Step 6

    To assemble the tacos, spoon some of the roasted sweet potatoes onto each warm tortilla, followed by the spiced black bean mixture. Top with your favorite optional toppings like avocado, salsa, or a dollop of sour cream.

  7. Step 7

    Serve immediately and enjoy!

Tips

  • For a bit of heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sweet potato seasoning.
  • If you prefer, you can mash a portion of the black beans for a creamier texture.
  • Make extra sweet potatoes and black beans; they're great for meal prepping lunches!
  • Squeeze fresh lime juice over the finished tacos for a bright, zesty finish.

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