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Black Bean Tacos with Creamy Avocado Salsa

Tacos can be clean when made with whole ingredients. Black beans and fresh avocado salsa create a simple vegetarian option. These tacos are quick, filling, and loaded with flavor.
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Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 ripe avocado diced
  • 1/2 cup diced tomato
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Optional: sliced jalapeños for heat
  • Optional: crumbled cotija cheese or shredded cheddar

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add black beans, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • While beans cook, prepare the avocado salsa by combining avocado, tomato, red onion, lime juice, cilantro, and salt in a bowl. Mix gently.
  • Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
  • Assemble tacos by spooning seasoned black beans onto tortillas.
  • Top with a generous scoop of avocado salsa.
  • Add sliced jalapeños and cheese if desired.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!