Description
Crispy Sheet Pan Black Bean Tacos (Vegetarian) are a delightful fusion of flavor and convenience, ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. These baked tacos feature crispy edges and a savory filling made from black beans, spices, and cheese, making them a satisfying vegetarian option everyone can enjoy. With just 45 minutes from prep to plate, you can easily customize these tacos with your favorite toppings like guacamole, salsa, or fresh herbs for an added burst of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped or grated
- optional: 1 chipotle pepper, finely chopped OR 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
- 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
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F. Gather all ingredients.
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sauté diced onion until translucent. Add garlic and optional chipotle pepper; cook briefly.
- Stir in chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and tomato paste; cook for another minute.
- Mix in black beans and vegetable broth; simmer while mashing some beans slightly for thickness. Finish with lime juice.
- Warm corn tortillas in the microwave wrapped in a damp paper towel for 30 seconds.
- Brush a baking sheet with olive oil, place warmed tortillas on it, spread black bean mixture on half of each tortilla, top with cheese, then fold.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes; flip carefully and bake an additional 8–10 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg