These Black Bean Sweet Potato Tacos are a delicious and wholesome meal option that is perfect for Taco Night. Roasted sweet potatoes and seasoned black beans are wrapped in warm tortillas and topped with a variety of fresh, flavorful ingredients.
Author:nadia
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings (2 tacos per person) 1x
Category:Main Course / Taco Night
Method:Oven Roasted and Assembly
Cuisine:Mexican‑inspired
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes:
2 medium sweet potatoes (peeled and diced into 1/2‑inch cubes)
Black Beans:
1 can (15 oz) black beans (rinsed and drained)
Seasoning:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Additional:
8 small corn or flour tortillas
Optional toppings: shredded cabbage or lettuce, diced avocado, chopped cilantro, crumbled cheese or vegan queso, lime wedges, salsa or hot sauce
Instructions
Preheat oven: to 425 °F (220 °C).
Toss sweet potatoes: with olive oil, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20‑25 minutes.
Warm black beans: in a saucepan or microwave. Season with salt and pepper.
Warm tortillas: in a skillet, oven, or microwave.
Assemble tacos: layer sweet potatoes and black beans on tortillas. Top with desired toppings.
Serve: immediately.
Notes
You can add diced red onion or jalapeño while roasting for extra flavor.
Substitute roasted cauliflower or chickpeas for beans if desired.
For vegan version, skip cheese or use plant‑based queso.
Serve with a side of slaw or grain salad.
Also works well wrapped in large lettuce leaves for low‑carb variation.