Black Bean Sweet Potato Tacos (Printable)

Roasted sweet potatoes and black beans in warm corn tortillas with fresh avocado, cabbage, and zesty lime.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
02 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Legumes

05 - 1 can (14 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed

→ Seasonings

06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
09 - 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
10 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
11 - 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

→ Tacos and Toppings

12 - 8 small corn tortillas
13 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
14 - 3.5 ounces shredded red cabbage
15 - 1 small bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
16 - 1 lime, cut into wedges
17 - 2 ounces vegan sour cream or plain yogurt, optional
18 - 1.75 ounces crumbled vegan feta, optional

# Directions:

01 - Set oven to 425°F.
02 - In a large bowl, combine diced sweet potatoes, red onion, and red bell pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and toss with cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Spread seasoned vegetables on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until sweet potatoes are tender and lightly caramelized.
04 - While vegetables roast, heat black beans in a small saucepan over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
05 - Heat corn tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a flame until warm and pliable.
06 - Divide roasted vegetables and warm black beans evenly among tortillas. Top with avocado slices, shredded cabbage, cilantro, vegan sour cream, and vegan feta if desired.
07 - Serve immediately with lime wedges.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Healthy and Nutritious: A high-fiber, protein-packed meal that is both vegan and gluten-free.
  • Simple Preparation: Requires minimal hands-on time, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights.
  • Bursting with Flavor: The blend of smoked paprika, cumin, and chili powder provides a satisfying smoky depth.
02 -
  • Parchment Paper: Always use parchment paper on your baking sheet for easy cleanup and to prevent the potatoes from sticking.
  • Warm Tortillas: Warming the tortillas over an open flame for a few seconds adds a wonderful smoky char that elevates the entire dish.
  • Stirring: Don't skip stirring the vegetables halfway through roasting; this ensures all sides get that beautiful golden-brown color.
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