Black Bean and Corn Tacos with Avocado Crema

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-03 · Updated 2026-07-03

Soft corn tortillas filled with black beans and corn, topped with a smooth avocado crema that balances flavors with half-measure spices. This Mexican-inspired taco and burrito recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs black beans, corn kernels, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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.

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed black beans
• 1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 6 small corn tortillas
• 1 medium ripe avocado
• 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 small minced garlic clove

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 cup corn kernels and sauté for 3 minutes until slightly charred.
2. Step 2: Add 1 can (15 oz) drained black beans, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp chili powder, and 1/2 tsp salt to the skillet. Stir and cook for 5 minutes until heated through and fragrant.
3. Step 3: Meanwhile, in a blender or food processor, combine 1 medium ripe avocado, 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 small minced garlic clove, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro. Blend until smooth to create the avocado crema.
4. Step 4: Warm 6 small corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
5. Step 5: Assemble tacos by spooning the black bean and corn mixture equally onto each tortilla, then drizzle with the avocado crema before serving.