Crispy Sheet Pan Black Bean Tacos (Vegetarian)
Crispy Sheet Pan Black Bean Tacos are a delightful fusion of flavor and crunch, making them the perfect option for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. These vegetarian tacos are filled with savory black beans, spices, and melted cheese—all baked to golden perfection on a single sheet pan. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up these crowd-pleasers that are not only tasty but also customizable to suit every palate. Top them with fresh ingredients like guacamole, salsa, and pickled onions for an irresistible meal everyone will enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (approximately 8 tacos) 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped or grated
- optional: 1 chipotle pepper, finely chopped OR 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika
- two 14-ounce cans black beans, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup vegetable broth or stock
- 1 lime, juiced
- 8–10 corn tortillas
- 6 ounces Pepper Jack or melty cheese of choice, freshly shredded
- kosher salt and ground black pepper, to season
- Shredded lettuce
- Mashed avocado or guacamole
- Sour cream or cashew crema
- Pickled red onions
- Chopped cilantro
- Salsa of choice
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and prepare your baking sheet by brushing it with olive oil.
- Sauté diced onion in a skillet with olive oil until translucent. Add garlic and optional chipotle pepper; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in spices, tomato paste, black beans, and vegetable broth. Simmer while mashing slightly; add lime juice and adjust seasoning.
- Steam corn tortillas in a damp paper towel in the microwave until pliable.
- Assemble tacos by filling warmed tortillas with the black bean mixture and cheese. Fold and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes until golden brown, flipping halfway through for even crisping.
- Let cool briefly before serving with desired toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg