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Black Bean Taco and Avocado Lime Sauce
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Crispy Black Bean Tacos with Avocado-Lime Sauce

These crunchy tacos filled with perfectly spiced black beans and melty cheese are seriously addictive! The avocado lime sauce is to die for. A simple vegetarian meal that kids, teens and adults will love!
Course Beans
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword avocado dressing, avocado lime sauce, black bean tacos, Crispy Black Bean Tacos with Avocado-Lime Sauce, vegetarian tacos
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 12 tacos
Calories 222kcal
Author Allison McGee

Equipment

  • Lodge 13.25 inch Pre Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet
  • DI ORO Seamless Series 4-Piece Silicone Spatula Set - 600°F Heat-Resistant Pro-Grade Rubber Spatulas - Spoonula, Large Spatula, Small/Mini Spatula, and Jar Spatula - Kitchen Utensil Set (Red)
  • Cuisinart CSB-300 Rechargeable Hand Blender with Electric Knife, One Size, DAA
  • Pyrex Measuring Cup 4-piece Set, Clear, 15 x 12 x 5.375
  • Ball Golden Harvest Mason Regular Mouth 8oz Jelly Jar 12PK 'Vintage Fruit Design', RM 8 Oz, Clear

Ingredients

Avocado-Lime Sauce:

  • 2 avocados
  • 1/2 bunch cilantro thick stems removed
  • 3 limes juiced
  • 1 jalapeno seeded if desired
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon taco seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons water

Crispy Black Bean Tacos:

  • 3 cups Best Ever Mexican Black Beans prepared; see linked recipe
  • 3/4 cups Mexican cheese blend
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 4-6 tablespoons vegetable oil divided

Instructions

Make the Sauce:

  • Add all avocado-lime sauce ingredients to a blender. Blend until smooth.

Make the Tacos:

  • Heat 2-3 tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add two tortillas to the skillet and allow them to heat in the oil for about 10 seconds.
  • Cover one side of each tortilla with 1/4 cup of beans, and top beans with 1 tablespoon Mexican Cheese Blend.
  • Using a spatula, carefully fold the tortilla in half, on top of itself and press down with the spatula to shape the taco.
  • Cook 3-4 minutes, then using a spatula flip the tacos and cook an additional 3-4 minutes, until browned and crispy.
  • Continue the process until all the tacos are done, adding additional oil as the pan dries out.
  • Serve immediately.

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Notes

Vegetarian as written; use suitable dairy-free cheese for a vegan version. For a gluten-free meal, check corn tortillas, taco seasoning, and other packaged ingredients. Use prepared Mexican black beans. Allow extra time if making the beans first or cooking the tacos in small batches. Add the avocado-lime sauce when serving to help the shells stay crisp.