Description
Roasted Sweet Potato & Black Bean Tacos are the perfect mix of smoky, sweet, and savory flavors. These plant-based tacos are packed with roasted sweet potatoes, seasoned black beans, and a zesty lime crema. Quick, healthy, and full of texture — ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
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For the Tacos:
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2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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½ tsp cumin
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½ tsp chili powder
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
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1 tsp lime juice
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8 small corn or flour tortillas
Optional Toppings:
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Avocado slices
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Lime crema
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Chopped cilantro
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Shredded lettuce
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Feta cheese
For Lime Crema (optional):
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½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
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1 tbsp lime juice
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1 tsp honey or agave
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Pinch of salt
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Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Toss cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the baking sheet.
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Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and tender.
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Warm black beans in a skillet with lime juice and a pinch of salt for 3–5 minutes.
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In a small bowl, whisk together all lime crema ingredients until smooth.
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Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
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Assemble tacos: fill each tortilla with roasted sweet potatoes and black beans, then top with avocado, cilantro, lettuce, or feta.
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Drizzle with lime crema and serve immediately.
Notes
Add roasted corn or bell peppers for extra flavor.
Swap Greek yogurt for vegan yogurt to make it dairy-free.
For meal prep, store components separately and assemble before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting & Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 410 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 9 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
Keywords: roasted sweet potato tacos, black bean tacos, vegetarian tacos, healthy tacos