Chipotle-Spiced Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos

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Soft corn tortillas filled with roasted chipotle-spiced sweet potatoes and black beans, topped with fresh cilantro and lime crema. This Mexican-inspired Halloween recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs sweet potatoes, black beans, chipotle powder 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: 10 min Cook: 30 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. In a bowl, toss 2 peeled and diced medium sweet potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp chipotle powder, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
  2. Step 2: While sweet potatoes roast, mix 1/2 cup sour cream with 1 tbsp fresh lime juice and a pinch of salt to make lime crema. Set aside.
  3. Step 3: Warm 8 small corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side until pliable.
  4. Step 4: In a bowl, combine roasted sweet potatoes and 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed black beans. Gently toss to combine.
  5. Step 5: Divide the sweet potato and black bean mixture evenly among the warm tortillas. Top with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and drizzle with lime crema. Serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Chipotle-Spiced Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 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-Spiced Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos?

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 Chipotle-Spiced Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos?

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-Spiced Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos 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-Spiced Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos 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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