Garcia's Spiced Black Bean Tacos with Mango Salsa
Vibrant tacos featuring slow-simmered black beans and a sweet-tart mango salsa. This mexican (vegan) ready in about 35 minutes pairs black beans, cumin, smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 ripe mango
- 1/4 cup red onion
- 1 lime
- 2 tbsp cilantro
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 avocado
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: Drain and rinse black beans, then transfer to a saucepan. Add cumin, smoked paprika, and 1/2 cup water. Simmer uncovered over medium heat for 15 minutes until thickened slightly, stirring occasionally.
- Step 2: Dice mango and red onion into 1/4-inch cubes, squeeze lime juice over them, and chop cilantro. Mix together and set aside to let flavors meld for 10 minutes.
- Step 3: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Warm tortillas for 30 seconds per side until pliable. Spread 2 tbsp black beans on each tortilla, top with mango salsa, and slice avocado into thin half-moons to place on top.
- Step 4: Serve immediately while tortillas are warm, with extra lime wedges on the side for squeezing.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Garcia's Spiced Black Bean Tacos with Mango Salsa take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 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 Garcia's Spiced 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 black beans from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Garcia's Spiced 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 Garcia's Spiced 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 Garcia's Spiced Black Bean Tacos with Mango Salsa vegan?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Added some red pepper flakes for heat — highly recommend.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 15-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
