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Quinoa & Roasted Veggie Tacos with Black Beans

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These Quinoa & Roasted Veggie Tacos with Black Beans are a flavorful and colorful plant-based dinner option. Loaded with roasted vegetables, fluffy quinoa, and protein-rich black beans, these tacos are healthy, satisfying, and perfect for weeknights or gatherings.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups assorted vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, red onion, corn, cherry tomatoes), chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder or cayenne (optional)
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • 3/4 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 1 1/2 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro (optional)
  • Salt to taste
  • 6–8 corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 avocado, sliced or mashed
  • Salsa or pico de gallo
  • Shredded lettuce or cabbage
  • Lime wedges
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Optional: crumbled feta, cotija, or vegan cheese
  • Optional: hot sauce or pickled jalapeños

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. In a bowl, toss chopped vegetables with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder (if using), salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread vegetables on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and slightly charred.
  4. In a saucepan, combine quinoa and water or broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy.
  5. Fluff quinoa and stir in black beans, lime juice, cilantro, and salt to taste.
  6. Warm tortillas using a skillet, oven, or foil wrap until pliable.
  7. Assemble tacos by layering quinoa-black bean mix, then roasted veggies onto tortillas.
  8. Top with avocado, salsa, shredded lettuce or cabbage, cilantro, cheese (if using), and a squeeze of lime or hot sauce. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Make roasted vegetables and quinoa ahead of time for quick assembly.
  • Customize with seasonal veggies or add tofu, tempeh, or chicken.
  • Reheat veggies in oven or skillet to bring back texture.
  • Try adding sauces like tahini dressing, yogurt-lime sauce, or cashew cream.

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