Easy Black Bean Tacos Recipe

Flavorful black beans seasoned with spices, piled into warm tortillas with fresh toppings for a quick and satisfying vegetarian taco night.

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Black Bean Tacos
Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
Servings
2

Ingredients

  • 1 (15 oz) can, rinsed and drainedCanned black beans
  • 6Corn tortillas
  • 1 tbspOlive oil
  • 1/2, choppedOnion
  • 1/2 tspGarlic powder
  • 1 tspCumin
  • 1 tspChili powder
  • 1/4 cupVegetable broth or water
  • to tasteSalt and pepper
  • as desiredToppings (e.g., salsa, avocado, cilantro)

Nutrition

Per serving, estimated

Calories
400 kcal
Protein
20 g
Carbs
55 g
Fat
12 g

Steps

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

  2. 2

    Stir in garlic powder, cumin, and chili powder. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add rinsed black beans and vegetable broth (or water). Mash some of the beans with the back of a spoon to create a slightly creamy texture.

  4. 4

    Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is mostly absorbed and beans are heated through. Season with salt and pepper.

  5. 5

    While beans simmer, warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave according to package directions.

  6. 6

    Serve the seasoned black beans in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings.

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