Half-and-Half Black Bean and Corn Tacos with Lime Crema

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-18 · Updated 2026-06-18

Soft corn tortillas filled with a satisfying half-black bean, half-corn mixture, topped with a tangy lime crema for fresh balance. This Mexican-inspired taco and burrito recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs corn kernels (fresh or frozen), olive oil, ground cumin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 3, 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 cup black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 6 small tortillas corn tortillas
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 2 tbsp chopped cilantro leaves
• 1/2 cup shredded red cabbage

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 cup black beans, 1 cup corn kernels, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp chili powder, and 3/4 tsp salt. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and lightly browned.
2. Step 2: While the filling cooks, warm 6 corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds each side until pliable and slightly toasted.
3. Step 3: Mix 1/4 cup sour cream with 1 tbsp fresh lime juice and 2 tbsp chopped cilantro in a small bowl to make the lime crema.
4. Step 4: Assemble the tacos by spooning the half-and-half black bean and corn mixture evenly onto each tortilla. Top with 1/2 cup shredded red cabbage and drizzle with the lime crema. Serve immediately.