Tacos are a staple in our house. You have your dairy, your fruits, veggies, grains, and your tacos. So it’s a wonder that it took us this long to put two of our favorite ingredients – sweet potatoes and black beans – into a taco!
Here’s what you’ll need
Roasted sweet potato tacos come with three parts: the filling, the sauce, and the fixings (toppings and shells)! When assembled and eaten together, the ingredients create a delicious street taco flavor. You’ll be transported right from your kitchen back to your favorite grab-and-go taco stand!
Sweet Potato & Black Bean Filling
The filling is a quick combination of sweet potato, black beans, and spices.
Sweet Potatoes: As the base of this recipe, we’ll be using some roasted sweet potatoes. 3-4 medium should do the trick! Olive Oil: Olive oil will be used to grease the pan and roast the potatoes and black beans. Spices: We will be using garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, and salt to add flavor to the potatoes. Black Beans: One can of black beans will be used roasted alongside the potatoes for extra protein.
(Looking for more recipe ideas using sweet potato? Try our homemade sweet potato gnocchi!)
Creamy Adobo Garlic Sauce
Next up, the sauce! This is one of my favorites for adding a smoky element to tacos and wraps.
Greek Yogurt: Greek yogurt serves as the base of the sauce and works to thicken and add consistency. Make this recipe vegan by using a dairy-free yogurt here, or make it more creamy by using sour cream. Adobo Sauce: Spoon a bit of chipotle pepper adobo sauce from the chipotle pepper jar. Garlic: A bit of garlic adds a kick to the sauce. Lime Juice: What’s a taco without a bit of lime? Adding lime juice to the sauce adds a delicious zesty tang. Salt: Finally, add a pinch of salt to taste.
The Fixings
Then just deck it out with your favorite taco shells or wraps, and all the toppings!
Taco Shells: You will need 6-8 small flour or corn tortillas or taco shells depending on how much filling you use in each one. Here’s how to make your own flour or flavored tortillas! Optional: Pickled jalapeños, feta or cotija cheese, and fresh cilantro make delicious toppings!
Oh, and if you want to go all out with this vegetarian taco recipe, I have a delicious homemade tortilla recipe that you can make to enjoy with this meal (or level it up a notch with these homemade spinach tortillas 🤯)!
How to make sweet potato black bean tacos
Making these sweet potato tacos is a total cake walk. But I mean, they don’t taste like cake, obviously. They taste like…taco heaven? They’ve got a tangy, zesty flavor that’s totally unmatched. Delicious, filling, and ready in 45 minutes or less!
Helpful taco making tips
Making homemade tacos doesn’t have to be difficult! Use these tips for making the best roasted sweet potato taco recipe ever. Additional topping ideas: Like to go all out with your toppings? Consider adding avocado crema, pickled red onions, pickled jalapeños, diced tomatoes, or hot sauce! You can even add some crispy tofu for more vegetarian power, or sautéed hibiscus for a fun twist! In other words: Anything will work. Adding cheese: Just like you can add extra toppings, you can also add cheese! I recommend tangy feta or cotija in my recipe, but feel free to experiment with your preferred flavor. Doubling tortillas: If you find that you like to go heavy on the taco fillings and your shells start to split, double them up! This is actually common among street car vendors; you’ll often see tacos presented in double shells to prevent spillage! Storage: Taco ingredients should be stored in individual airtight containers in the refrigerator. Eat within 5 days.
Recipes to pair with this taco recipe
Extra sides are aways a good idea! Consider serving one of these delicious recipes alongside your sweet potato and black bean tacos for a gourmet meal right at home.
Homemade Flour or Flavored Tortillas Spanish Rice and Beans Pico de Gallo Chipotle Copycat Cauliflower Rice Easy Black Bean Dip Hidden Spinach Healthy Guacamole
Or check out all of our vegetarian dinner suggestions!
