Avocado Black Bean Tacos (Printable Version)

Vibrant tacos with creamy avocado, black beans, and crisp veggies for a quick, healthy meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 ripe avocados, diced
02 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
03 - 1 small red onion, finely diced
04 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
05 - 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
06 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
07 - 1 lime, cut into wedges

→ Legumes

08 - 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained

→ Seasonings & Pantry

09 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
10 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
11 - 1/2 tsp chili powder
12 - 1/4 tsp sea salt
13 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
14 - 1 tbsp olive oil

→ Tortillas

15 - 8 small corn or flour tortillas

# How To Make It:

01 - Warm olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add black beans and spices: cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 3–4 minutes until heated through and aromatic.
02 - Dice avocados, quarter cherry tomatoes, finely dice red onion, and chop fresh cilantro to assemble toppings.
03 - Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for approximately 30 seconds until pliable and soft.
04 - Layer each tortilla with black beans followed by avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, shredded lettuce, jalapeño slices (if using), and chopped cilantro.
05 - Serve immediately alongside lime wedges to be squeezed over the tacos just before eating.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare
  • Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options
02 -
  • Can be made vegan by omitting cheese or toppings that contain dairy
  • Using corn tortillas keeps this recipe gluten-free
03 -
  • Warm tortillas just before serving to keep them pliable
  • Double the jalapeño for extra heat or add your favorite hot sauce
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