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Crispy black bean street tacos topped with fresh ingredients and served on a plate

Crispy Black Bean Tacos

These Crispy Black Bean Tacos bring together crispy tortillas and savory black beans, making for a flavorful and nutritious meal perfect for families.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 tacos
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican, Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Taco Filling
  • 1/2 each yellow onion (diced) Adds a sweet and aromatic base.
  • 3 cloves garlic (diced or minced) Enhances flavor.
  • 2 tbsp tomato puree Adds richness.
  • 2 tsp chili powder Adds warmth and spice.
  • 2 tsp cumin Provides earthy depth.
  • 1 tsp paprika Adds sweetness and color.
  • 1 tbsp nutritional yeast For a cheesy flavor without dairy.
  • 1 tsp salt Enhances flavors.
  • 28 oz black beans (2 cans, drained and rinsed) The main ingredient.
  • 1/4 cup vegetable broth Keeps the mixture moist.
  • 1 each lime (juiced) Adds freshness.
  • 12 each corn tortillas For the taco base.
  • 1/2 cup vegan cheese (optional) For gooeyness.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (or cooking spray) Helps achieve crispiness.
Herb Dressing
  • 1 handful cilantro (large, chopped) For freshness.
  • 1 clove garlic Enhances dressing flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp salt To pop the dressing.
  • 1 cup vegan yogurt (unsweetened) Creamy dip.
  • 1 each lime (juiced) Adds brightness to sauce.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. In a pan over medium heat, add diced yellow onion and sauté until translucent, around 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic, tomato puree, vegetable broth, chili powder, cumin, paprika, nutritional yeast, and salt, sauté for an additional 2 minutes.
  4. Incorporate drained and rinsed black beans into the pan and stir until well combined.
  5. Gently mash the black beans into a thick paste and squeeze lime juice to brighten flavors.
Assembly
  1. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray or olive oil. Lay out corn tortillas and scoop about 2 tablespoons of the black bean mixture onto each.
  2. If desired, top with vegan cheese before folding each tortilla in half.
Baking
  1. Bake the tacos in the oven for 5 minutes.
  2. Carefully flip each taco to crispen the other side for another 5 minutes.
Herb Dressing
  1. Blend together cilantro, garlic, salt, vegan yogurt, and lime juice in a blender until smooth.
Serving
  1. Once the tacos are crispy, let them cool slightly and serve warm with the herb dressing for dipping.

Notes

For extra crispiness, consider brushing tortillas with olive oil before baking. Experiment with different spices like smoked paprika or cayenne for more heat. Add sautéed peppers or corn for a unique texture.