These Roasted Sweet Potato Cilantro Tacos are a delicious and nutritious option for any meal. The combination of tender roasted sweet potatoes and fresh cilantro creates a flavorful filling that pairs perfectly with your favorite taco toppings.
This Tacos Recipe is simple to prepare and can be customized with various toppings such as avocado, lime, or salsa to enhance the taste.
Easy Roasted Sweet Potato Tacos
This recipe features roasted sweet potatoes seasoned with spices and fresh cilantro, served in warm tortillas. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
- Lime wedges for serving (optional)
- Salsa or hot sauce for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Roast Sweet Potatoes: Spread the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and lightly browned, 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: Once the sweet potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and stir in the chopped cilantro. Spoon the sweet potato mixture onto the warm tortillas.
- Add Toppings: Top with avocado slices, lime juice, and salsa or hot sauce if desired. Serve immediately.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 tacos
- Calories: 210kcal
- Fat: 9g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 32g