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These Southwest Sweet Potato Tacos are a flavor-packed, budget-friendly dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights or fun family meals. With roasted sweet potatoes, zesty black beans, and a creamy lime crema, they’re guaranteed to impress without breaking the bank.
🌮 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ Budget-Friendly: Costs less than $5 for a full meal. ✅ Easy & Quick: Ready in just 30 minutes. ✅ Healthy & Nutritious: Packed with fiber, vitamins, and plant-based protein. ✅ Crowd-Pleasing: Perfect for picky eaters and family taco nights.
🛒 Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Sweet potatoes (peeled, diced) | 2 medium |
| Black beans (canned, drained) | 1 can (15 oz) |
| Taco seasoning | 2 tbsp |
| Olive oil | 2 tbsp |
| Small flour or corn tortillas | 8-10 |
| Avocado (sliced) | 1 |
| Red onion (diced) | ¼ cup |
| Cilantro (fresh, chopped) | ¼ cup |
| Lime (wedges) | 1 |
Lime Crema (optional)
| Ingredient | Amount |
| Greek yogurt or sour cream | ½ cup |
| Fresh lime juice | 2 tbsp |
| Salt | To taste |
🍽 Instructions
- Roast Sweet Potatoes:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil and taco seasoning. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes or until tender and slightly crispy.
- Prepare Black Beans:
- While potatoes roast, heat black beans in a small saucepan over medium heat. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Make the Lime Crema:
- In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt (or sour cream), lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Warm the Tortillas:
- Heat tortillas on a dry skillet for 1-2 minutes on each side or microwave for 30 seconds until warm and pliable.
- Assemble Tacos:
- Fill each tortilla with roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, avocado slices, red onion, and cilantro.
- Drizzle with lime crema and squeeze fresh lime juice over the top.
🥑 Nutritional Information (Per Taco)
| Nutrient | Amount |
| Calories | 250 |
| Protein | 7g |
| Carbs | 40g |
| Fat | 8g |
| Fiber | 7g |
💲 Cost Breakdown
| Ingredients | Cost ($) |
| Sweet potatoes | 1.00 |
| Black beans | 0.75 |
| Avocado & lime | 1.00 |
| Tortillas & toppings | 0.75 |
| Total | $3.50 |
💡 Tips & Variations
- Add Protein: Toss in grilled chicken or crispy tofu for extra heartiness.
- Extra Flavor: Sprinkle with cotija cheese or add a drizzle of hot sauce for some heat.
- Meal Prep: Roast extra sweet potatoes for easy meal prep throughout the week.
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✨ Enjoy Your Meal!
These Southwest Sweet Potato Tacos are the perfect blend of sweet, savory, and tangy – all on a budget! Ideal for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or even a fun taco party.
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