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5-Ingredient Black Bean Tacos

These crispy black bean tacos are the ultimate quick vegetarian dinner. Packed with flavor, ready in 15 minutes, and made with just 5 simple ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
✅ Ready in just 15 minutes
✅ Only 5 ingredients
✅ Naturally high in fiber & protein
✅ Budget-friendly (under €5 per serving)
✅ Easily made vegan
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • - 1 can 400g black beans, drained and rinsed
  • - 6 small corn tortillas
  • - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
  • - 1 ripe avocado sliced
  • - 2 tbsp sour cream
  • - Salt pepper & lime juice to taste (pantry staples, not counted)

Equipment

Method
 

  1. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the drained black beans and season with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lime juice. Cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and slightly crispy.
  2. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry pan for 30–40 seconds on each side until soft and lightly charred.
  3. Assemble the tacos: layer shredded red cabbage on each tortilla, followed by the warm black beans.
  4. Top with fresh avocado slices and a small dollop of sour cream.
  5. Finish with an extra squeeze of lime juice and serve immediately.

Notes

- Make it spicy: Add a pinch of chili flakes or a drizzle of hot sauce to the beans while cooking.
- Extra protein: Stir in ½ cup of corn kernels with the black beans.
- Vegan option: Swap sour cream for coconut yogurt or guacamole.
- Storage: Black beans can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Assemble tacos fresh for best results.
- I used this non-stick pan for perfectly crispy beans – makes a huge difference!