Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos

Vegetarian
Health score
49%
Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos
40 min.
4
496kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your taco night with a delicious twist? These Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos are not only vegetarian but also packed with flavor and nutrition, making them a perfect choice for lunch or dinner. With a delightful combination of roasted sweet potatoes and hearty black beans, each bite is a celebration of taste and texture.

The sweet potatoes are roasted to perfection, bringing out their natural sweetness and creating a light golden brown exterior that adds a satisfying crunch. Paired with the creamy chipotle slaw, which offers a smoky kick, these tacos are sure to tantalize your taste buds. The vibrant red cabbage adds a refreshing crunch, while the fresh cilantro brings a burst of herbaceous flavor that ties everything together.

Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe serves four and is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a fun gathering with friends. Each taco is not only delicious but also a wholesome meal, with a caloric breakdown that keeps you feeling satisfied without the guilt. So, gather your ingredients, heat up those tortillas, and get ready to indulge in a taco experience that’s both comforting and exciting!

Ingredients

  • medium sweet potatoes and into peeled cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup cream sour
  • tablespoons chipotles in adobo finely chopped (from 7-oz can)
  •  juice of lime 
  • cups cabbage shredded red
  • 15 oz black beans rinsed drained canned
  • cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 8.2 oz flour tortilla soft for tacos and fajitas (10 count
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh
  • serving lime wedges 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 400°F. Line 15x10x1-inch pan with foil or cooking parchment paper.
  2. In large bowl, toss sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon of the oil, the cumin and salt.
  3. Place potatoes in single layer on pan. Roast 30 minutes or until tender and light golden brown around edges.
  4. Meanwhile, in medium bowl, mix sour cream, half of the lime juice and 1 tablespoon of the chipotle chiles (add more chiles for spicier slaw).
  5. Add shredded cabbage; toss to coat. Cover; refrigerate until serving time.
  6. In 10-inch skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat.
  7. Add garlic; cook and stir 30 seconds or until lightly toasted.
  8. Add black beans; cook, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly heated. Stir in remaining lime juice.
  9. To assemble tacos, spoon sweet potatoes and black beans onto each warmed tortilla. Top with chipotle slaw and cilantro. Fold tortilla in half over filling.
  10. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories496kcal
Protein11.36%
Fat28.44%
Carbs60.2%

Properties

Glycemic Index
55.75
Glycemic Load
21.2
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
27.715652090052%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
93.37mg
Delphinidin
0.04mg
Pelargonidin
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.33mg
Hesperetin
1.45mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Apigenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.08mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.15mg
Quercetin
0.8mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:496.05kcal
24.8%
Fat:15.93g
24.51%
Saturated Fat:4.72g
29.49%
Carbohydrates:75.89g
25.3%
Net Carbohydrates:61.64g
22.41%
Sugar:9.78g
10.87%
Cholesterol:11.31mg
3.77%
Sodium:1063.46mg
46.24%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.32g
28.65%
Vitamin A:16733.37IU
334.67%
Fiber:14.25g
56.99%
Manganese:0.99mg
49.28%
Vitamin C:36.47mg
44.21%
Vitamin B1:0.57mg
38.15%
Folate:143.3µg
35.83%
Phosphorus:322.98mg
32.3%
Iron:5.71mg
31.71%
Vitamin K:30.96µg
29.49%
Potassium:951.06mg
27.17%
Vitamin B2:0.43mg
25.32%
Selenium:16.26µg
23.23%
Copper:0.46mg
23.08%
Vitamin B6:0.46mg
22.89%
Magnesium:90.96mg
22.74%
Vitamin B3:4.13mg
20.64%
Calcium:205.72mg
20.57%
Vitamin B5:1.36mg
13.58%
Vitamin E:1.5mg
10%
Zinc:1.44mg
9.61%