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Pesto Parmesan Pantry-Smart Black Bean Sweet Potato Tacos with Herby Yogurt, an original WorkLife Meal Plan recipe

30 Minutes

Pesto Parmesan Pantry-Smart Black Bean Sweet Potato Tacos with Herby Yogurt

Basil pesto and nutty Parmesan for instant weeknight appeal. This recipe packs roasted sweet potato and black beans into a fast, colorful taco night, designed to lean on flexible staples and reduce one-use groceries, with a cool, creamy spoonful. It is designed for dependable prep, familiar groceries, and a calm family dinner.

VegetarianBudget-friendlyHigh fiberPantry-friendlyCreamy finish
Prep15 min
Cook20 min
Serves4
Total35 min
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What you’ll need

Ingredients

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/3 cup basil pesto
  • 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp chopped tender herbs
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Make it happen

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat the oven to 425°F. Toss sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and two-thirds of 1/3 cup basil pesto and 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan.

  2. 2

    Roast for 18–20 minutes, turning once. Add the black beans to the pan for the final 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a low gas flame.

  4. 4

    Fill tortillas with cabbage, sweet potato, beans, and avocado. Add 1 tbsp lemon juice and finish.

  5. 5

    Stir the yogurt with the herbs and a spoonful of water, then serve alongside the warm dish.

Estimated per serving

Nutrition at a glance

Estimates are provided for planning and are not medical advice.

480calories18gprotein16gfiber