Description
These vegetarian Black Bean Sweet Potato Tacos are a flavorful and nutritious meal perfect for lunch or dinner. Tender sweet potatoes are sautéed with onions and garlic, combined with creamy refried black beans, and served in warm corn tortillas with melty Monterrey Jack cheese and fresh cilantro for a satisfying taco experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potato Mixture
- 4 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 2-3 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 small sweet onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- ½ tsp. salt (to taste)
- ¼ tsp. pepper (to taste)
Other Ingredients
- 1 cup refried black beans
- 1-2 Tbsp. coconut oil (optional, for warming tortillas)
- 8 corn tortillas
- ½ cup Monterrey Jack cheese
- Cilantro, finely chopped
Instructions
- Cook Sweet Potatoes: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sweet potato cubes, cover the skillet, and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Add Aromatics and Seasoning: Stir in the finely diced onion, crushed garlic, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking uncovered over medium heat for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sweet potatoes are tender and cooked through.
- Warm Tortillas (Optional): In a separate skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of coconut oil. Add 2-3 corn tortillas and heat for 1-2 minutes on each side until warm and slightly toasted. Remove and place on a paper towel to absorb any excess oil. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
- Assemble Tacos: Spread about 2 tablespoons of refried black beans on each tortilla. Add an equal portion of the sweet potato and onion mixture on top. Sprinkle with Monterrey Jack cheese and garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- These tacos are vegetarian and easily meal-prepped for lunches or dinners throughout the week.
- Using fresh corn tortillas enhances the authenticity and flavor of the tacos.
- The optional coconut oil adds a slight richness and helps to lightly crisp the tortillas.
- Feel free to customize the toppings with salsa, avocado, or hot sauce according to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 435 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 475 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 11 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 14 mg
