Black Bean Tacos

As you’ve probably already gathered, Karl and I like to eat a lot of beans!  They are delicious, filling, and a great substitute for meat in your dishes!  One such bean dish we tried a few months ago and loved is black bean tacos.  We love making black bean tacos for many reasons.  1 – they are delicious.  2 – they are cheap; a can of beans costs only $0.75 while a pound of ground beef is around $3.80.  3 – they are quick and easy; I can have dinner on the table in 20 minutes or less.  They are so, so simple, and I promise if you try them you won’t miss the meat!

Here’s the recipe:

Ingredients:

• 1 medium white onion
• 1 bell pepper (whatever color you choose – I like to use half of 2 different colored peppers)
• 2 cups grape tomatoes
• 1 handful cilantro
• 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can chopped green chiles
• 1 tsp. cumin
• 1/2 tsp. chili powder
• salt and pepper to taste
• flour tortillas
• shredded lettuce
• Mexican cheese
• salsa

How to make it:

1. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large saute pan.
2. Dice onion and begin sauteing.
3. Dice peppers and add them to the pan; cook until onions and peppers begin to soften.
4. Add beans, green chiles, and cilantro. Season with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
5. Slice tomatoes in half and add just before serving.  Cook until all ingredients are warmed through.
6. Fill tortillas and top with cheese, lettuce, and salsa.
7. Enjoy!  We usually eat these by themselves but they would also be great with some Mexican rice.