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Vegan Potato Tacos
Vibrant and flavorful, these vegan potato tacos are a game-changer for taco Tuesday! With a perfect blend of spices, tender potatoes, and creamy black beans, these tacos will become a staple in your plant-based repertoire.
Plus, customize to your heart’s content with a variety of tasty toppings.
Ready Time
40 mins
Yields
4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups diced potatoes (about 2-3 medium-sized potatoes)
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can diced tomatoes, drained
- 4 corn tortillas
- Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
- Optional toppings: sliced avocado, sliced radishes, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.
Add the ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the skillet, stirring to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until the spices are fragrant.
Add the diced potatoes to the skillet, stirring to combine with the spice mixture.
Cook for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and lightly browned. Stir in the black beans and diced tomatoes, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes, until heated through.
Warm the corn tortillas by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 20-30 seconds.
Assemble the tacos by spooning the potato and black bean mixture onto a tortilla, and top with your desired toppings, such as sliced avocado, sliced radishes, diced tomatoes, and shredded lettuce. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve with a lime wedge on the side.
Notes
For the best flavor, use high-quality spices and fresh potatoes.
If using older potatoes, make sure to peel and dice them just before using to avoid browning.
Don’t overcook the potatoes – they should be tender but still hold their shape.
If using radishes as a topping, slice them thinly to avoid overpowering the dish.
To add some heat, sprinkle a pinch of cayenne pepper or diced jalapeño on top of your tacos.
For a creamier taco, mash some of the black beans before adding them to the skillet.
Experiment with different toppings to find your favorite combination!
Nutrional Value
- Calories: 420
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 450mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 60g
- Dietary Fiber: 8g
- Sugars: 6g
- Protein: 10g