Roasted Beet and Carrot Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

These roasted beet and carrot tacos offer a delicious and colorful twist on traditional tacos. The earthy sweetness of roasted beets combined with the natural sweetness of carrots creates a vibrant filling that is both nutritious and satisfying.

This Roasted Beet and Carrot Tacos Recipe is simple to prepare and perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a fun gathering with friends.

Vibrant Roasted Beet and Carrot Tacos

These tacos feature roasted beets and carrots seasoned with spices, served in warm tortillas, and topped with fresh ingredients like avocado and cilantro. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

2 medium beets, peeled and diced
2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
Salt and pepper to taste
8 small corn or flour tortillas
1 avocado, sliced
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare the Vegetables: In a bowl, toss the diced beets and carrots with olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper until well coated.
Roast the Vegetables: Spread the seasoned vegetables on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
Warm the Tortillas: While the vegetables are roasting, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
Assemble the Tacos: Fill each tortilla with a generous amount of the roasted beet and carrot mixture. Top with avocado slices and fresh cilantro.
Serve: Squeeze lime juice over the tacos before serving for added flavor.