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Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos

  • Author: Lilly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4 (8 tacos) 1x
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Description

Indulge in vibrant and nutritious sweet potato and black bean tacos that deliver a delightful flavor explosion in every bite. Perfect for any occasion!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 can (15 oz) low-sodium black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 corn or flour tortillas
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper until well coated. Spread them evenly on the baking sheet.
  3. Roast the sweet potatoes in the oven for 25-30 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
  4. While the sweet potatoes roast, heat black beans in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add lime juice and salt to taste.
  5. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet until soft.
  6. Assemble your tacos by layering black beans first, followed by roasted sweet potatoes, chopped red onion, and fresh cilantro.
  7. Squeeze additional lime juice over the assembled tacos before serving.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 56g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: - For extra sweetness, you can add corn or use butternut squash instead of sweet potatoes. - Experiment with spices like smoked paprika for a different flavor profile.