Smoky Maple-Roasted Sweet Potato Tacos with Avocado
Sweet potatoes roasted with maple and smoked paprika, served in warm tortillas with creamy avocado. This mexican-inspired vegetarian ready in about 40 minutes pairs sweet potatoes, maple syrup, smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 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
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 avocado
- 1 lime
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1 tbsp lime juice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Peel and dice sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes. Toss with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/4 tsp salt until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Spread sweet potatoes in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping once halfway, until golden and tender at edges.
- Step 3: While potatoes roast, dice avocado, squeeze lime juice over it, and mix with 1/4 cup chopped cilantro. Warm corn tortillas in a dry skillet for 15 seconds per side. Assemble tacos by layering roasted sweet potatoes, avocado mixture, and sliced red onion on tortillas.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Smoky Maple-Roasted Sweet Potato Tacos with Avocado take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 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 Smoky Maple-Roasted Sweet Potato Tacos with Avocado?
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 Smoky Maple-Roasted Sweet Potato Tacos with Avocado?
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 Smoky Maple-Roasted Sweet Potato Tacos with Avocado 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 Smoky Maple-Roasted Sweet Potato Tacos with Avocado 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
- ★★★★★
The smoky maple flavor paired perfectly with the sweet potatoes. My whole family asked for seconds!
- ★★★★★
Best vegetarian taco recipe I've made! The avocado added the perfect creaminess to balance the smokiness.
- ★★★★☆
Loved the sweet potato tacos, but the maple glaze was slightly too sweet for my taste.
