Description
Crispy Black Bean Tacos with Cilantro Lime Sauce are a quick, flavorful meal that’s crunchy on the outside, creamy on the inside, and bursting with zesty freshness. Perfect for busy weeknights or fun gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, packed
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- In a bowl, mash black beans slightly with garlic, cumin, chili powder, and a pinch of salt. Stir in shredded cheese.
- Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the hot skillet and swirl to coat.
- Place 2–3 tablespoons of the bean mixture on one half of each tortilla, then fold closed.
- Place folded tacos in the skillet, cooking 2–3 at a time. Cook for about 2–3 minutes per side or until golden and crisp, adding more oil as needed.
- In a small blender, blend sour cream, cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Drizzle the cilantro lime sauce over the tacos and garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
- Warm tortillas in the microwave before folding to prevent cracking.
- Use a spatula to press tacos slightly while cooking for a crispier finish.
- The sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: black bean tacos, vegetarian tacos, crispy tacos, easy taco recipe, cilantro lime sauce