Description

Crispy Sheet Pan Black Bean Tacos (Vegetarian) are a delicious twist on traditional tacos, perfect for anyone looking for a quick and satisfying meal. These oven-baked tacos combine hearty black beans with a blend of spices, wrapped in crispy corn tortillas and topped with melty cheese. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe is flexible enough to accommodate various dietary preferences. Load them up with your favorite toppings like creamy guacamole, zesty salsa, or fresh veggies for a customizable dining experience that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 medium yellow onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped or grated
optional: 1 chipotle pepper (from a can, packed in adobo sauce), finely chopped 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

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 450°F and prepare a large rimmed baking sheet.
In a medium skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat; sauté diced onions until translucent. Add minced garlic and optional chipotle; cook until fragrant.
Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and tomato paste; add black beans and vegetable broth, mashing some slightly. Squeeze lime juice on top.
Warm corn tortillas in the microwave wrapped in a damp paper towel.
Brush baking sheet with olive oil; arrange tortillas, fill with black bean mixture and cheese. Fold in half.
Bake for 8–10 minutes until golden brown; flip tacos and bake an additional 8–10 minutes until crispy.
Serve warm with your choice of toppings.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 taco (approx. 100g)
Calories: 230
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 9g
Cholesterol: 15mg