Neal's Playful Veggie Tacos
Colorful street-style tacos filled with roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, and avocado, inspired by Neal.fun's interactive creativity. This mexican-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 45 minutes pairs Sweet potatoes, Olive oil, Cumin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 lb Sweet potatoes
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1/2 tsp Smoked paprika
- 1 can (15 oz), drained Black beans
- 1 cup Corn kernels
- 1 large, diced Avocado
- 1, juiced Lime
- 8 small Taco shells
- 1/4 cup, chopped Cilantro
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 1 lb diced sweet potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp cumin, and 1/2 tsp smoked paprika. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until tender and slightly crispy at the edges, flipping halfway.
- Step 2: In a bowl, combine roasted sweet potatoes, 1 can drained black beans, 1 cup corn kernels, and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro. Squeeze 1 lime over the mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Step 3: Warm 8 small taco shells in a 350°F oven for 3 minutes. Fill each with 1/2 cup of the sweet potato bean mixture, top with 2 tbsp diced avocado, and sprinkle with extra cilantro.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Neal's Playful Veggie Tacos take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 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 Neal's Playful Veggie 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 sweet potatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Neal's Playful Veggie 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 Neal's Playful Veggie 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 Neal's Playful Veggie 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.
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
