Salt Lake Regional Spiced Beef and Black Bean Tacos

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Soft corn tortillas filled with spiced ground beef and black beans inspired by regional flavors, topped with fresh salsa and creamy avocado. This mexican-inspired tacos & burritos ready in about 30 minutes pairs ground beef, medium, diced onion, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 400 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves, sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook for 6-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 cup drained black beans, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook for an additional 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and spices are aromatic.
  4. Step 4: Warm 8 corn tortillas on a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds per side until pliable.
  5. Step 5: Assemble tacos by spooning spiced beef and bean mixture onto tortillas, topping with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, slices of 1 avocado, 1 finely diced tomato, and 1 finely diced jalapeño if using. Serve with lime wedges for squeezing.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Salt Lake Regional Spiced Beef and 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 Salt Lake Regional Spiced Beef and 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 ground beef from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Salt Lake Regional Spiced Beef and 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 Salt Lake Regional Spiced Beef and 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.

What goes well with Salt Lake Regional Spiced Beef and Black Bean Tacos?

Mexican tacos & burritos like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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