Roasted Sweet Potato and Pesto Tacos Recipe

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

These Roasted Sweet Potato and Pesto Tacos are a delicious and vibrant option for a quick meal. The combination of sweet potatoes roasted to perfection and fresh pesto creates a flavorful filling that pairs wonderfully with soft tortillas.

This Tacos Recipe is easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite toppings, making it a versatile choice for any occasion.

Delicious Roasted Sweet Potato Tacos

This recipe features tender roasted sweet potatoes tossed with pesto, served in warm tortillas. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people, making it a perfect weeknight dinner option.

Ingredients

2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 cup pesto (store-bought or homemade)
8 small corn or flour tortillas
1 cup diced tomatoes
1 avocado, sliced
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Prepare Sweet Potatoes: In a bowl, toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.
Roast Sweet Potatoes: Spread the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized, stirring halfway through.
Warm Tortillas: While the sweet potatoes are roasting, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
Assemble Tacos: In each tortilla, add a generous spoonful of roasted sweet potatoes, a dollop of pesto, diced tomatoes, and avocado slices.
Garnish and Serve: Top with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.