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Crispy Sheet Pan Black Bean Tacos (Vegetarian)

Crispy Sheet Pan Black Bean Tacos (Vegetarian)

Crispy Sheet Pan Black Bean Tacos (Vegetarian) are a delightful fusion of flavor and convenience, making them an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. These tacos feature a hearty black bean filling infused with spices and topped with melted cheese, all baked to golden perfection on a single sheet pan. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-prepare dish is both satisfying and customizable, allowing you to add your favorite toppings such as guacamole, salsa, or pickled onions. Enjoy a meal that pleases the whole family while keeping it healthy and vegetarian-friendly!

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4 (2 tacos per serving) 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped or grated
  • optional: 1 chipotle pepper, finely chopped or 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika
  • two 14-ounce cans black beans, drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup vegetable broth or stock
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 8–10 corn tortillas
  • 6 ounces Pepper Jack cheese, freshly shredded (or cheese of choice)
  • Shredded lettuce
  • Mashed avocado or guacamole
  • Sour cream or cashew crema
  • Pickled red onions
  • Chopped cilantro
  • Salsa of choice
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook diced onion until translucent. Add garlic and optional chipotle pepper; sauté briefly.
  3. Stir in spices and tomato paste, then add black beans and vegetable broth. Simmer until thickened, then mix in lime juice.
  4. Warm corn tortillas in a damp paper towel in the microwave for pliability.
  5. On a baking sheet coated with olive oil, assemble tacos by spreading the bean mixture on half of each tortilla, topping with cheese, and folding.
  6. Bake for 8–10 minutes until golden brown; flip and bake an additional 8–10 minutes until crispy.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco (approx. 90g)
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 460mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: Use fresh corn tortillas for better texture. Customize the filling by adding your favorite veggies or beans. For a vegan option, substitute cheese with cashew crema or omit entirely.

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