Fire-Roasted Vegetable and Black Bean Tacos with Cilantro-Lime Slaw

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Smoky fire-roasted vegetables and black beans wrapped in warm tortillas with a crisp, tangy cilantro-lime slaw for a colorful vegetarian taco. This mexican-inspired tacos & burritos (vegetarian) ready in about 30 minutes pairs olive oil, ground cumin, smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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: 20 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat grill or broiler to high heat. In a large bowl, toss 1 sliced medium zucchini, 1 large red bell pepper cut into 1-inch strips, and 1 medium red onion quartered and separated with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1 tsp salt until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Arrange the vegetables on a grill pan or sheet tray lined with foil and roast under the broiler or on the grill for 8-10 minutes, turning halfway, until edges are charred and vegetables are tender.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, combine 2 cups thinly sliced green cabbage, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, 1 tsp honey, and 1 minced small jalapeño; toss to create the cilantro-lime slaw.
  4. Step 4: Warm 8 small corn tortillas on the grill or in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side until pliable.
  5. Step 5: To assemble, spoon roasted vegetables and 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed black beans onto each tortilla, then top with a generous amount of cilantro-lime slaw. Serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Fire-Roasted Vegetable and Black Bean Tacos with Cilantro-Lime Slaw take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (20 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 Fire-Roasted Vegetable and Black Bean Tacos with Cilantro-Lime Slaw?

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 olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Fire-Roasted Vegetable and Black Bean Tacos with Cilantro-Lime Slaw?

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 Fire-Roasted Vegetable and Black Bean Tacos with Cilantro-Lime Slaw 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 Fire-Roasted Vegetable and Black Bean Tacos with Cilantro-Lime Slaw 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.