Description
These Black Bean Sweet Potato Tacos are a delicious and satisfying vegetarian meal option. Roasted sweet potatoes, seasoned black beans, and fresh toppings come together in warm corn tortillas for a flavorful and nutritious taco night.
Ingredients
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Sweet Potatoes:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Other Ingredients:
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta or cotija cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Prepare sweet potatoes: Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25–30 minutes until tender.
- Warm tortillas and heat black beans: Warm tortillas and heat black beans in a saucepan over low heat.
- Assemble tacos: Layer sweet potatoes and black beans on tortillas. Top with cheese, red onion, cilantro, and avocado. Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- Add chipotle mayo or salsa verde for extra flavor.
- Include shredded cabbage or pickled onions for added crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
