Simple Black Bean Tacos
So easy to make from pantry staples, and the filling cooks in no time. So flavorful and satisfying that you'll never miss the meat!
Ingredients
Black beans:
- 2 teaspoons olive or avocado oil
- 1 small onion, chopped red, yellow, or white
- 1 jalapeño pepper seeded and chopped, optional
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup vegetable broth see note
- squeeze of lime juice
- 1-2 teaspoons fresh cilantro leaves
For serving:
- Tortillas
- Pico de gallo or other salsa
- Guacamole or sliced or smashed avocado
- Pickled onions, Cotija, tomatoes, etc.
Instructions
- Warm the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.2 teaspoons olive or avocado oil
- Stir in the chopped onion and jalapeño, and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.1 small onion, chopped, 1 jalapeño pepper
- Stir in the garlic, salt, cumin, chipotle powder, and cayenne. Cook just until fragrant, about 30 seconds.2 cloves garlic, 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder, 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Stir in the beans, followed quickly by the broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer until the beans are tender and most of the liquid has evaporated. This should take 8-10 minutes; if it bubbles too rapidly, the beans will be less flavorful and can get a little dry.2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, 1 cup vegetable broth
- When the beans reach the right consistency for you, reduce or turn off the heat, stir in the lime juice and chopped cilantro, and add more salt or cayenne to taste.squeeze of lime juice, 1-2 teaspoons fresh cilantro leaves
- Assemble tacos as desired and serve!Tortillas, Pico de gallo, Guacamole, Pickled onions, Cotija, tomatoes, etc.
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Notes
- Broth: Of course you can use chicken if you don't need a vegetarian meal. I always prefer low-sodium to adjust saltiness later to taste.
- Ideas for Leftovers: Extra bean mixture makes terrific quesadillas, burritos or burrito bowls, dip for chips, and mix-in for scrambled eggs.
- Nutrition Estimate: Is based on the black beans only, divided among 4 portions, because toppings, etc. will vary so much.
Nutrition Estimate
Calories: 318 kcal, Carbohydrates: 55 g, Protein: 19 g, Fat: 3 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2 g, Sodium: 679 mg, Potassium: 823 mg, Fiber: 19 g, Sugar: 2 g, Vitamin A: 283 IU, Vitamin C: 7 mg, Calcium: 72 mg, Iron: 5 mg