Mexican-Style Black Bean Tacos
A flavorful, protein-packed taco filled with black beans, corn, and avocado for a budget-friendly lunch. This mexican-inspired asian (vegetarian) ready in about 30 minutes pairs drained and rinsed black beans, fresh or frozen corn kernels, diced avocado for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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, drained and rinsed black beans
- 1/2 cup, fresh or frozen corn kernels
- 1, diced avocado
- 1, juiced lime
- 1 tbsp, chopped cilantro
- 6, warm tortillas
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup corn kernels and sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Step 2: Stir in 1 can black beans and 1 tbsp chopped cilantro. Cook for 5 minutes until warmed through.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup lime juice, 1 tbsp cilantro, and a pinch of salt. Toss with 1 diced avocado.
- Step 4: Warm 6 tortillas and fill with the bean-corn mixture. Top with avocado dressing and additional cilantro.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Mexican-Style Black Bean Tacos take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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 Mexican-Style 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 fresh or frozen corn kernels from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Mexican-Style 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 Mexican-Style 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 Mexican-Style 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★☆☆
Okay for a quick meal. I've had better asian dishes though.
