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Black Bean Quinoa Tacos

Delicious Black Bean Quinoa Tacos Ready in 30 Minutes!

Delicious Black Bean Quinoa Tacos are a quick, flavorful vegan dish packed with protein and fiber, perfect for a family dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Taco Filling
  • 1 cup Quinoa Rinsed
  • 1 can Black Beans Rinsed
  • 1 Onion Diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For sautéing
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder Adjust for spice
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice For brightness
  • 1 bunch Cilantro For garnish
Cilantro Lime Crema
  • 1 cup Cashew Cream Soaked for smoothness

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and a pinch of salt. Cook for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, and 1 teaspoon paprika. Add 2 tablespoons tomato paste and sauté for an additional minute.
  3. Add 1 cup of rinsed quinoa to the skillet, stirring well. Toast for 2-3 minutes, then pour in 2 cups of vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until quinoa has absorbed the broth. Stir in a can of rinsed black beans.
  5. Remove from heat and fluff quinoa and beans. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon lime juice.
  6. Warm tortillas in a skillet for 30 seconds per side. Assemble tacos with the quinoa mixture and top with Cilantro Lime Crema.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These tacos are versatile; consider adding bell peppers or fresh corn. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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