Garcia's Spicy Black Bean Tacos with Mango Salsa

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Zesty tacos featuring slow-cooked black beans, fresh mango salsa, and a kick of chipotle, celebrating Hispanic culinary traditions. This mexican (vegetarian) ready in about 35 minutes pairs black beans, chicken broth, chipotle peppers in adobo 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium saucepan, combine black beans, chicken broth, minced chipotle peppers, and cumin. Simmer over medium-low heat for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens and flavors meld (until beans are tender and sauce coats the back of a spoon).
  2. Step 2: While beans cook, mix diced mango, red onion, minced jalapeño, lime juice, and 2 tbsp cilantro in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes to let flavors combine.
  3. Step 3: Warm tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 20 seconds per side until pliable. Spoon 1/3 cup bean mixture onto each tortilla, top with mango salsa, avocado slices, and remaining cilantro.
  4. Step 4: Serve immediately with extra lime wedges for squeezing.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Garcia's Spicy 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 Spicy 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 Spicy 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 Spicy 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 Spicy 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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