Black bean tacos with avocado and monterey cheese

Delicious and easy-to-make black bean tacos featuring creamy avocado and melty Monterey cheese. Perfectly seasoned with cumin, paprika, and fresh coriander, these tacos are wrapped in soft tortillas and served with a dollop of sour cream and zesty salsa sauce. A nutritious and flavorful meal that's ready in under 30 minutes!

  • 13 Feb 2025
  • Cook time 10 min
  • Prep time 5 min
  • 2 Servings
  • 14 Ingredients

Black bean tacos with avocado and monterey cheese

Get ready to treat your taste buds with our delicious Black Bean Tacos with Avocado and Monterey Cheese! This easy-to-make recipe is not only packed with flavors but is also nutritious. The combination of creamy avocado, savory black beans, and melted Monterey cheese all wrapped in warm tortillas will surely make your meal a memorable one.

Ingredients:

2 cups black beans
340g
1/2 cup onion
80g
1 tsp ground cumin
3g
1 tsp paprika
2.10g
1 tsp coriander leaves
1g
1 cup monterey cheese
110g
2 tbsp olive oil
27g
1 dash salt
0.40g
1 dash black pepper
1/10g
8 tortillas
190g
1 avocado
200g
1 tsp pepper sauce
4.70g
1/2 cup salsa sauce
130g
1 oz sour cream
27g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Beans:
- In a medium skillet, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the black beans, ground cumin, paprika, and a pinch of salt and black pepper.
- Stir well to combine all the ingredients and cook for another 5-7 minutes, until the beans are heated through and slightly softened.
2. Prepare the Tortillas:
- In a separate skillet, heat the remaining 1 tbsp of olive oil over medium heat.
- Lightly toast each tortilla on both sides until warm and slightly crispy, about 1 minute per side.
- Remove the tortillas from the skillet and keep them warm. You can wrap them in a clean kitchen towel or place them in a tortilla warmer.
3. Assemble the Tacos:
- Lay a warm tortilla flat on a plate.
- Spoon a generous portion of the seasoned black beans onto the center of the tortilla.
- Sprinkle some shredded Monterey cheese over the beans.
- Add a few slices of avocado on top of the cheese.
- Drizzle a small amount of pepper sauce and salsa sauce over the avocado.
- Finish with a dollop of sour cream.
4. Garnish and Serve:
- Sprinkle a few coriander leaves over the assembled tacos for a fresh touch.
- Serve warm and enjoy!

Tips:

- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavors, especially the avocado and the herbs.

- You can swap out the Monterey cheese for any cheese of your choice such as cheddar or feta.

- To add a bit more spice, consider adding a finely chopped jalapeno to the bean mixture.

- Warm the tortillas before filling them to make them more pliable and enhance flavor.

- You can make the black bean mixture ahead of time and refrigerate it. Just reheat it when you're ready to assemble your tacos.

These Black Bean Tacos with Avocado and Monterey Cheese are sure to become a favorite in your household. Simple yet flavorful, they're perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering with friends and family. Enjoy this delightful mix of textures and tastes!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size560 grams
Energy
Calories 810kcal41%
Protein
Protein 33g22%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 90g26%
Fiber 27g71%
Sugar 8g8%
Fat
Fat 50g61%
Saturated 16g56%
Cholesterol 60mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 180ug20%
Choline 90mg16%
Vitamin B1 0.46mg39%
Vitamin B2 0.70mg53%
Vitamin B3 5mg33%
Vitamin B6 0.81mg48%
Vitamin B9 210ug53%
Vitamin B12 0.50ug21%
Vitamin C 20mg22%
Vitamin E 4.77mg32%
Vitamin K 33ug27%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 630mg48%
Copper, Cu 0.77mg85%
Iron, Fe 7mg64%
Magnesium, Mg 200mg47%
Phosphorus, P 850mg68%
Potassium, K 1550mg46%
Selenium, Se 18ug33%
Sodium, Na 1150mg77%
Zinc, Zn 4.90mg45%
Water
Water 380g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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