Black Bean and Corn Tacos

Say hello to flavor-packed Black Bean and Corn Tacos, a vibrant and easy-to-make dish perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. This recipe combines hearty black beans and sweet corn sautéed with aromatic garlic, onion, and a blend of smoky spices like chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika for a bold and satisfying filling. Served on warm tortillas and topped with fresh cilantro, zesty lime juice, and customizable extras like creamy avocado, juicy tomatoes, or tangy sour cream, these tacos are bursting with texture and color. Ready in just 25 minutes and ideal for vegetarians, this budget-friendly meal delivers big taste with minimal effort. Perfect for taco lovers seeking a quick and healthy recipe, Black Bean and Corn Tacos are sure to become a go-to favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 8 flour or corn tortillas
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 lime, cut into wedges
• 0.5 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt (optional)
• 1 diced avocado (optional)
• 1 cup diced tomatoes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the black beans, frozen corn, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Cook the mixture for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and slightly caramelized.

Step 6

Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet, microwave, or oven as preferred.

Step 7

Assemble the tacos by spooning the black bean and corn mixture onto the warmed tortillas.

Step 8

Top the tacos with fresh cilantro, a squeeze of lime juice, and any optional toppings such as sour cream, diced avocado, and diced tomatoes.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Black Bean and Corn Tacos!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1489.2 grams (1489.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2260

Total Fat 78.70g	101%
Saturated Fat 23.90g	119%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 60mg	20%
Sodium 3660mg	159%
Total Carbohydrate 333.10g	121%
Dietary Fiber 52.50g	188%
Total Sugars 23.70g
Protein 70.10g	140%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 724mg	56%
Iron 23mg	126%
Potassium 2867mg	61%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.5%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 57.4%