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Bean and Cheese Tacos Recipe

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This bean and cheese tacos recipe is a quick, flavorful, and satisfying vegetarian meal. Soft tortillas filled with seasoned beans and melty cheese make for a perfect weeknight dinner or easy taco night.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 small tortillas (corn or flour)
  • 2 cups cooked black beans (or 1 can, drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
  • ½ cup diced onion
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: salsa, sour cream, avocado, lettuce, tomato, cilantro

Instructions

  • Heat a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add diced onions and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened.
  • Stir in black beans and season with cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Warm tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave.
  • Fill each tortilla with bean mixture and top with shredded cheese.
  • Cover briefly to melt the cheese, about 1–2 minutes.
  • Add optional toppings as desired.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

  • Use canned beans for quick prep or homemade beans for deeper flavor.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Assemble tacos just before serving to prevent soggy tortillas.
  • Author: Amiyah Weaver
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg