Chipotle-Lime Black Bean Tacos with Mango Salsa

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Soft corn tortillas filled with smoky chipotle-seasoned black beans and topped with a bright mango salsa for a fresh, vibrant taco experience. This Mexican-inspired taco and burrito recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs black beans, canned, drained and rinsed, chipotle in adobo sauce, minced, ground cumin 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 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 1/2 cups drained and rinsed black beans, 1 tbsp minced chipotle in adobo sauce, and 1 tsp ground cumin. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes until beans are heated through and fragrant.
  2. Step 2: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup diced mango, 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, 3 tbsp lime juice, and 1 tsp salt. Toss gently to make the mango salsa.
  3. Step 3: Warm 8 small corn tortillas on a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds each side until pliable and slightly charred.
  4. Step 4: Spoon the chipotle black beans evenly onto the warm tortillas. Top each taco with generous spoonfuls of mango salsa and slices from 1 medium avocado.
  5. Step 5: Optionally, sprinkle 1/4 cup crumbled queso fresco over the tacos before serving for a creamy, salty finish.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Chipotle-Lime Black Bean Tacos with Mango Salsa take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 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 Chipotle-Lime Black Bean Tacos with Mango 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 ground cumin from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Chipotle-Lime Black Bean Tacos with Mango 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 Chipotle-Lime Black Bean Tacos with Mango 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 Chipotle-Lime Black Bean Tacos with Mango Salsa vegetarian?

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

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