Antepenultimate Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos with Quinary Avocado Salsa

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Hearty, late-in-the-week style tacos featuring roasted sweet potatoes and black beans, topped with a five-ingredient fresh avocado salsa for a creamy, zesty finish. This mexican (vegetarian, gluten free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs sweet potatoes, black beans, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 2 medium peeled and diced sweet potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp chili powder, and 3/4 tsp salt. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes, stirring halfway, until tender and slightly caramelized.
  2. Step 2: While sweet potatoes roast, combine 2 diced ripe avocados, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tbsp chopped cilantro, 2 tbsp lime juice, and 1 minced small jalapeño in a bowl. Stir gently to create the quinary avocado salsa.
  3. Step 3: Warm 8 small corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds per side until pliable and slightly toasted.
  4. Step 4: Fill each tortilla with a generous scoop of roasted sweet potatoes and 1/4 cup drained black beans. Top with 2 tbsp of the avocado salsa for a creamy, zesty contrast.
  5. Step 5: Serve immediately with lime wedges if desired for a satisfying antepenultimate meal perfect for any day of the week.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Antepenultimate Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos with Quinary Avocado Salsa take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Antepenultimate Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos with Quinary Avocado Salsa?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep sweet potatoes from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Antepenultimate Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos with Quinary Avocado Salsa?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Antepenultimate Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos with Quinary Avocado Salsa for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Antepenultimate Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos with Quinary Avocado Salsa vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian, gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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