Crispy Sheet Pan Black Bean Tacos (Vegetarian)
Crispy Sheet Pan Black Bean Tacos are a delightful fusion of flavors and textures that make weeknight dinners a breeze. This vegetarian dish combines hearty black beans with aromatic spices, all nestled in warm, crispy corn tortillas. The tacos are easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite toppings, making them a hit for family gatherings or casual meals. In just 45 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that caters to various dietary preferences, ensuring everyone at the table leaves happy. Serve them with fresh guacamole, zesty salsa, or crunchy lettuce for an explosion of flavor in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (approximately 8 tacos) 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped or grated
- optional: 1 chipotle pepper or 1 tablespoon adobo sauce for less spice
- 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 or melty cheese of choice, freshly shredded
- kosher salt and ground black pepper, to season
- for serving: shredded lettuce, mashed avocado or guacamole, pickled red onions, chopped cilantro, salsa of choice, lime wedges
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F and prep all ingredients.
- In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat and sauté diced onion until translucent (3–4 minutes). Add garlic and optional chipotle; cook for 30 seconds.
- Stir in tomato paste and spices (chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika) for 1–2 minutes.
- Mix in black beans and vegetable broth; simmer until warmed through. Slightly mash the beans and adjust seasoning with lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Warm corn tortillas in a damp paper towel in the microwave for 30 seconds.
- Brush a baking sheet with olive oil. Place tortillas on the sheet, fill with black bean mixture, sprinkle cheese on top, and fold.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes until crispy, flipping halfway through.
- Serve warm with your choice of toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (approximately 70g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg