Black Bean Sweet Potato Tacos
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Black Bean Sweet Potato Tacos, a mouthwatering vegetarian dish that’s perfect for any occasion. These tacos feature perfectly roasted sweet potatoes and colorful peppers, all generously drizzled with a tangy honey-lime cilantro sauce. Not only are they easy to prepare, making them ideal for busy weeknights, but they also pack a nutritious punch thanks to fiber-rich black beans and sweet potatoes. Serve them in your choice of tortillas or over fresh salad greens for a delightful twist. Whether it’s taco night or a casual gathering, these vegetarian tacos will surely become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (two tacos per serving) 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds sweet potatoes, cut into ½” cubes
- 4 Tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 ½ cups green pepper, cut into 1" pieces
- 1 cup red pepper, cut into 1” pieces
- 14.5 ounces black beans, rinsed and drained
- ½ cup frozen yellow corn, thawed and drained
- 3 Tablespoons honey
- 3 Tablespoons lime juice
- 3 Tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- Corn or flour tortillas
- Guacamole, salsa, sour cream, cheese, etc.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Grease a baking sheet with olive oil.
- In a large bowl, toss cubed sweet potatoes with 3 tablespoons olive oil and spices until coated.
- Spread sweet potatoes on the baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes.
- Add green and red peppers to the same bowl, coat with remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Combine roasted sweet potatoes and peppers on the baking sheet; roast another 20 minutes.
- Mix honey, lime juice, and cilantro in a small bowl to create the sauce.
- Stir in black beans and corn with roasted veggies; drizzle with sauce and roast for an additional 10-15 minutes.
- Serve immediately in tortillas or over salad greens.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 220g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg