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Sweet Potato Tacos

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Sweet potato tacos redefine taco night with their vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. These delightful tacos feature roasted sweet potatoes, creamy avocado, and zesty lime crema, all wrapped in warm tortillas. Perfect for both busy weeknights and special gatherings, they offer a satisfying vegetarian option that even meat-lovers will adore. With customizable toppings and an easy preparation process, you’ll discover a new favorite dish that’s as fun to make as it is to eat.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 500g), peeled and cubed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper until coated. Spread on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
  4. While roasting, warm tortillas in a skillet over medium heat until soft.
  5. Assemble tacos by placing roasted sweet potatoes on each tortilla, followed by black beans and diced avocado.
  6. Mix sour cream or yogurt with lime juice in a bowl and drizzle over the tacos.
  7. Top with cilantro leaves before serving.
  • Author: DANIEL LAWSON
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 220g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg