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Black Bean Tacos with Avocado Cilantro-Lime Sauce
An easy 15-minute black bean taco recipe with creamy cilantro-lime sauce. So satisfying and great for lunch or dinner!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 8 small tacos
Calories: 206 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Vegan , gluten-free
Ingredients
- 30 oz. canned black beans (two 15 oz. cans)
- 1 cup salsa (I use homemade blender salsa)
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- 1 tsp. chili powder* (I use mild)
- 8 small corn tortillas
Toppings of choice:
- Lettuce, tomato, onion, corn, avocado, cilantro, vegan cheese, etc.
For the creamy avocado sauce:
- 1/2 large ripe avocado (or 1 small)
- 3/4 cup fresh cilantro (large stems removed)
- 2 Tbsp. lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil (or water for oil-free)
- 1 tsp. agave (or other sweetener)
- 1/8 tsp. salt
Instructions
- Make the avocado sauce: In a food processor or blender, add all sauce ingredients and blend. Add a touch of water to thin if necessary, and adjust seasonings as desired. Set aside, or refrigerate if making ahead of time.
- In a pan over medium heat, add black beans (rinsed and drained), salsa, cumin, and chili powder. Heat for about 5 minutes stirring occasionally, until heated through. (Optional: slightly mash beans after heating for a creamier filling.)
- While the beans are heating, chop and prepare your toppings. Warm the tortillas if desired.
- Assemble the tacos: Spoon the black bean mixture in the center of the tortillas, spoon a small amount of avocado sauce over the top, and add your toppings.
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Notes
- *Spices + seasoning: You can also omit the cumin and chili powder and use 2 tsp. taco seasoning instead.
Nutrition Information
Calories
206kcal
(10%)
Carbohydrates
34g
(11%)
Protein
9g
(18%)
Fat
5g
(8%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Potassium
552mg
(16%)
Fiber
11g
(44%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
360IU
(7%)
Vitamin C
6mg
(7%)
Calcium
75mg
(8%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8small tacos
Amount Per Serving
Calories 206
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 206kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Potassium | 552mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 11g | 44% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 360IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 75mg | 8% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.