One-Pan Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos

This quick and easy taco dinner adds your favorite toppings right in the skillet.

Makes 6 servings, 2 tacos per serving.

Ingredients:

  • 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3/4 cup (1 medium) sweet onion, diced
  • 4 cups (2 large) sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2 to 1-inch cubes
  • ¼ tsp ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper
  • 15.5 ounces (1 can) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1-1/2 cups shredded lettuce
  • 3 medium tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 avocado, sliced or chopped
  • 1 cup crumbled queso fresca Mexican cheese
  • 12 corn tortillas, warmed
  • Salsa 

Directions:

  • Add oil into a 12-in skillet or wok on medium heat.  Add onions and cook until translucent.  Add diced sweet potatoes and cumin.  Cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring frequently, until slightly browned and tender.  Add salt and pepper to taste
  • Stir in black beans and cook for 5 more minutes or until beans are warmed through.  Remove from heat. 
  • Top sweet potato and black beans in the skillet with shredded lettuce, tomatoes, avocado and cheese.  Serve with warm tortillas and salsa.

Tips:

  • Mix up the toppings with these additional favorites: chopped green onions, sour cream, corn, chopped red bell pepper, chopped cucumbers or guac.
  • How to Warm Tortillas:  Preheat oven to 300°F.  Wrap tortillas in batches of six in aluminum foil and place in the oven for about 10-15 minutes until fully heated.