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These Sweet Potato Tacos taste so yummy and they couldn’t be easier to make. You will love the black bean filling and the fresh, flavorful toppings.
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I love these tacos! They are so tasty and filling. The mix of crispy sweet potatoes and savory black beans make the perfect bite. On top of that, you add the avocados, cilantro, and cotija cheese, and I end up stuffing my taco so full I can barely lift it up.
These tacos have a little heat from the green chiles, but you can bump up the heat a little by adding more green chiles or other spicier peppers. Make these tacos just the way you love them. It is easy to make and comes together quickly!
Sweet Potato Tacos Ingredients
Roasted sweet potatoes are the highlight of these tacos! Layer the sweet potatoes, black beans, and cilantro to make a delicious and nutritious dinner. These are the perfect taco for Taco Tuesday!
- Sweet potatoes – Cut and cube medium sweet potatoes evenly to help ensure the sweet potatoes cook together on a baking sheet. Roast the potatoes for a crispy and soft texture added to the tortillas.
- Olive oil – Drizzle the oil over the top of the sweet potaotes. This allows the sweet potaotes to have a golden brown outside with a soft inside.
- Taco seasoning – Make your own homemade taco seasoning or pick up a packet at the store. This is a great addition to take your sweet potaotes to the next level.
- Minced garlic – Every taco needs to have garlic! It is a delicious combination.
- Onion powder – Give these tacos just a hint of onion powder that helps offset the flavors.
- Diced green chiles – Added in for heat! If you like it spicy then add these to the bean filling.
- Black beans – This is used for the black bean filling. It is the best way to boost the black bean mixture and create a special sauce with seasonings to help make these tacos over the top!
- Tomato juice – The black beans need tomato juice to help them soften and be smooth and creamy. Tomato juice also has a lot of flavor to it and balances out the flavors.
- Cilantro – Garnish the sweet potato tacos just right!
Step-By-Step Instructions
These sweet potato cubes go perfectly with tacos and make the perfect combination! Add your favorite toppings and enjoy this favorite sweet potato taco recipe!
- Prepare – Place your diced sweet potatoes in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and add the taco seasoning and salt and pepper. Toss until even coating.
- Layer – Use your largest cookie sheet. Spread the potatoes out over the sheet in a single layer. Make sure they aren’t touching as much as possible.
- Bake – Cook the potatoes for 35-40 minutes, flipping every 10 minutes. This will ensure they are crispy on all sides. You will know they are done when the potatoes are crispy and browned on all sides.
- Cook – While the potatoes are cooking, make the black bean filling. Heat oil in a large skillet. Add spices and green chiles. Cook until the garlic is fragrant.
- Combine – Add the black beans, tomato juice, and cilantro. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cook over medium heat until most of the liquid is gone.
- Serve – Once the potatoes and filling are done, assemble your tacos! Serve with any taco toppings you like. I chose avocado, cilantro, and cotija cheese.
Must-Have Toppings
Go crazy with all your favorite toppings and layers of ingredients that make this easy sweet potato taco! These taocs are the best dinner and so easy to make. Create a taco bar to add all your classic and tradional ways of enjoying toppings on your next sweet pototo tacos!
- Avocados – Slice avocados into small bite-sized pieces. This will help with chewing and eating.
- Cotija cheese – Sprinkle the cheese overtop the warm sweet potato cubes and watch it melt just enough to enjoy a cheesy bite.
- Cilantro – Garnish with greener colors and add in cilantro for the special spice!
- Tortillas – We used street tacos but you can use corn tortillas or gluten-free tacos that are best for you.
- Spices and seasonings – Try hot sauce, cumin, garlic powder, or chili powder for extra flavoring and spice.
- Lime juice – It is always nice to add a little zest with some fresh lime juice squirted over top.
- Pico de Gallo – This is always a popular salsa that is on the spicy side. It has so much flavor and deliciousness though!
“Such a delicious recipe, love the black bean mixture with all the seasonings. Perfect for taco night!”
-Gina
Frequently Asked Questions
When dicing and cubing sweet potatoes it takes about 30 minutes to cook. The sweet potatoes are done when they reach fork-tender consistency.
When sweet potatoes are cooked they have a mild, starchy, and sweet flavor to them. If you are baking or boiling sweet potatoes the flesh becomes soft and a little stringy. When they are roasted or fried at high heat, the outside of the potato becomes crisp and caramelized.
Yes! Sweet potaotes can turn brown once you cut them up. They contain an enzyme called polyphenol oxidase which causes them to turn brown when the potato is exposed to oxygen. It is best to cut them up right before you are planning to cook them.
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How to Make Sweet Potato Tacos
Sweet Potato Tacos
Ingredients
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 sweet potatoes peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- salt and pepper
Black Bean Filling
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 4 ounced diced green chiles
- 30 ounces black beans rinsed and drained
- 3/4 cups tomato juice
- 2 tablespoons cilantro finely chopped
- salt and pepper
Toppings
- sliced avocados
- cotija cheese
- chopped cilantro
- tortillas
Instructions
For Sweet Potatoes
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Place diced sweet potatoes in a large bowl. Add olive oil, taco seasoning, and salt and pepper. Mix until evenly coated. Spread potatoes out on a greased baking pan. Make sure they are in one layer and not touching. Bake for 35-40 minutes, turning every 10 minutes. Bake until potatoes are crispy and browned around the edges.
For Black Bean Filling
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Add spices and chiles. Cook until garlic is fragrant. Add black beans, tomato juice, cilantro, and salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat until most of the moisture is gone, stirring frequently.
To Assemble the Tacos
- Add black bean filling, sweet potatoes, and any other desired topping to a tortilla. Serve with guacamole, salsa, and sour cream.
Such a delicious recipe, love the black bean mixture with all the seasonings. Perfect for taco night!
I’m all about adding sweet potatoes into any meal. These tacos are easy to make and were a big hit with my family. Thanks for the yummy recipe!
These tacos are so hearty and satisfying! Taco night definitely got an upgrade!
I have a sweet potato obsession and this helps cure the crave. Thanks for this tasty recipe!