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Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos
MexicanEasy

Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos

Roasted sweet potato cubes and seasoned black beans served in corn tortillas with lime crema.

Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

25 min

Servings

4

Ingredients

  • 2 large Sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder
  • 15 ounces Black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 8 units Corn tortillas
  • 0.5 cup Sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Lime juice
  • 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped(optional)
  • 1 pinch Salt and black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, chili powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.

  3. 3

    Spread the sweet potatoes on the baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and slightly browned.

  4. 4

    While potatoes roast, place the black beans in a small saucepan over medium heat with the cumin and a splash of water.

  5. 5

    Simmer the beans for 5 minutes, lightly mashing a few with a fork to create a creamy texture, then keep warm.

  6. 6

    Whisk together the sour cream and lime juice in a small bowl to create the lime crema.

  7. 7

    Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or over an open flame for 30 seconds per side.

  8. 8

    Assemble the tacos by layering black beans, roasted sweet potatoes, a drizzle of lime crema, and fresh cilantro.

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