Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos

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00:00sweet potato and black bean tacos these sweet potato and black bean tacos combine caramelized

00:06roasted sweet potatoes spiced black beans and a creamy cilantro pepita avocado dip for a flavorful

00:12nutrient-packed meal high heat roasting gives the potatoes crispy edges and a tender center

00:18while cumin cayenne and lime add smoky tangy depth the avocado pepita dip adds richness with

00:25a touch of jalapeno heat vegetarian satisfying and full of plant-based protein and fiber these tacos

00:31are an easy crowd pleaser that feels indulgent without being heavy this recipe brings together

00:37roasted sweet potatoes made with two pounds of sweet potatoes two tablespoons of olive oil one

00:42quarter teaspoon of cayenne and one quarter teaspoon of fine salt alongside spicy black beans cooked with

00:48one tablespoon of olive oil a small onion two teaspoons of cumin one quarter teaspoon of chili

00:54powder two cans of black beans one third cup of water one teaspoon of sherry vinegar or lime juice

01:00plus salt and pepper the creamy avocado pepita dip blends two avocados with one cup of cilantro

01:07half a cup of pepitas a small jalapeno two garlic cloves two tablespoons of lime juice two tablespoons

01:13of water half teaspoon of salt and a bit of pepper to assemble use eight to ten small corn tortillas

01:20and finish the tacos with crumbled feta pickled garnishes torn cilantro and hot sauce preheat the

01:26oven to 425 degrees fahrenheit then roast one inch sweet potato chunks on a parchment lined baking sheet

01:32with oil cayenne and salt for 30 to 40 minutes tossing halfway until fork tender with golden caramelized edges

01:41for the beans cook the onions with a pinch of salt for five to eight minutes bloom the cumin and chili

01:46powder for 30 seconds then add the black beans and one third cup of water simmer covered for five minutes

01:53mash at least half and finish with sherry vinegar or lime juice plus salt and pepper toast the pepitas for

02:00about five minutes then blend the avocados cilantro jalapeno garlic lime juice water and salt until smooth before

02:08pulsing in most of the pepitas warm the tortillas for about 30 seconds per side and assemble the tacos with

02:15the beans roasted sweet potatoes avocado pepita dip feta pepitas and any pickled or fresh toppings