Spiced Pineapple and Black Bean Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-29 · Updated 2026-04-29

Vibrant vegan tacos filled with spiced grilled pineapple, smoky black beans, and a zesty cilantro lime slaw for brightness and crunch. This Latin American-inspired taco and burrito recipe (vegan), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs fresh pineapple, black beans canned, drained and rinsed, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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 cup diced fresh pineapple
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans canned, drained and rinsed
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 8 small corn tortillas
• 2 cups shredded green cabbage
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves chopped
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 cup diced fresh pineapple and sauté for 4-5 minutes until caramelized and golden. Remove and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil. Stir in 1 can drained and rinsed black beans, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder. Cook for 3-4 minutes until beans are heated through and spices are fragrant.
3. Step 3: In a bowl, toss 2 cups shredded green cabbage with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp maple syrup, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper to make the cilantro lime slaw.
4. Step 4: Warm 8 small corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
5. Step 5: Assemble the tacos by dividing the spiced black beans evenly among the tortillas, topping with caramelized pineapple and a generous spoonful of cilantro lime slaw. Serve immediately.