BLACK BEAN TACOS WITH AVOCADO AND SPICY ONIONS

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Spicy pickled onions add brightness and tang to these hearty black bean tacos. The filling is a bit like chili but without the tomato, and perfect to wrap up in a tortilla. You can make the black beans up to 5 days ahead; they even freeze well. Then just warm them up, along with the tortillas, right before serving. The spicy onions will last for weeks in the fridge. Use them on everything: soups, salads, even grilled cheese sandwiches.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, weekday, tacos, vegetables, main course

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 lime
1 small red onion or large shallot, thinly sliced
1 jalapeño, seeded and thinly sliced
Large pinch of fine sea salt
Small pinch of granulated sugar
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more as needed
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 cup diced red or green bell pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/2 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
Fine sea salt
Corn tortillas, warmed
1 avocado, peeled, pitted and sliced
Fresh cilantro, salsa and sour cream, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Make the spicy onions: Squeeze the lime into a bowl and add the onion or shallot, jalapeño, salt and sugar to the juice. Set aside while you make the black beans.
  • Prepare the beans: Heat a large skillet, then add 2 tablespoons oil. When oil is hot, add the onion and bell pepper and sauté until soft and golden, about 10 minutes. If the pan looks dry, drizzle in a little more oil.
  • Add the garlic and jalapeño and sauté until fragrant, 1 minute. Stir in tomato paste, chili powder, oregano and cumin, and sauté until fragrant. Add the beans and a few large pinches of salt and let simmer until the flavors meld, about 15 minutes.
  • Taste and add more salt, chili powder and oregano to taste. Serve beans with tortillas and avocado and top with the pickled onions and jalapeño and some of their liquid, adding any of the garnishes you like.

Shelby Northcutt
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I'm a huge fan of black beans, so I know I'll love these tacos.


Saha Rat
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These tacos sound amazing. I'm definitely going to make them this weekend.


Sangam Gautam
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I'm not sure about the avocado and spicy onions. I might leave those out.


Just Word
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I can't wait to try these tacos. They look so delicious!


Junaid Junaid
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These tacos are the perfect way to add some variety to your Taco Tuesday menu.


Ziaul Hoque Polash
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I'm always looking for new and exciting taco recipes. These black bean tacos fit the bill perfectly.


Feza Quan
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These tacos are a great way to use up leftover black beans.


Shamsher mashi123 Mashi
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I love that these tacos are healthy and delicious. I feel good about feeding them to my family.


HSKY The Doggo
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These tacos are great for a crowd. I made them for a potluck and they were gone in no time.


Raja ADil
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I've made these tacos several times now, and they're always a hit. They're my go-to recipe for Taco Tuesday.


Cindy Belopa
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I found these tacos to be a bit bland. I think they needed more seasoning.


Godday Celestine
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These tacos were a little too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed them. I'll probably use less chili powder next time.


Andre lopez
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I love the combination of the avocado, spicy onions, and black beans. It's a unique and flavorful taco that I'll definitely be making again.


rayhan hamid
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These tacos are the perfect weeknight meal. They're quick, easy, and delicious.


Leelynd Callen
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I made these tacos for my family and they loved them. Even my picky kids ate them up.


Borjan Josifoski
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I'm not usually a fan of black beans, but these tacos have changed my mind. They're so delicious!


Duwayen Jacobs
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These tacos are so flavorful! The spices in the onions really give them a kick.


Imaobong Ekang
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I love how easy these tacos are to make. I can have them on the table in under 30 minutes.


sandeepa lahiru2003
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These tacos were a hit at my last party! The avocado and spicy onions add a great flavor dimension, and the black beans are a hearty and healthy addition.