Description
Craving something crunchy, hearty, and easy to make? These Crispy Black Bean Tacos hit all the right notes. With a black bean filling that’s seasoned to perfection, melted cheese, and your favorite toppings, these tacos make a quick dinner, budget-friendly meatless meal, or fun weeknight recipe the whole family will love. This is one of those easy dinner ideas that you’ll come back to again and again — tasty, satisfying, and ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
8 corn tortillas
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup pico de gallo
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
1. In a bowl, mash the black beans slightly with a fork or potato masher. Mix in the taco seasoning and a splash of water until combined.
2. Warm tortillas in the microwave or a skillet until soft and pliable.
3. Spread the black bean mixture over half of each tortilla, then sprinkle with shredded cheese.
4. Fold the tortillas in half and place in a skillet with olive oil over medium heat.
5. Cook each taco for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden and crispy.
6. Remove from the skillet and gently open to add sour cream, pico de gallo, and cilantro.
7. Serve immediately with fresh lime wedges on the side.
Notes
Warm tortillas before folding to prevent cracking.
For vegan tacos, swap the cheese and sour cream with plant-based alternatives.
Reheat leftovers in a skillet or toaster oven for best crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: easy dinner, crispy tacos, black bean tacos, vegetarian tacos, taco night, quick recipes, budget meals