Potato and Black Bean Tacos

These delicious potato and black bean tacos are easy to make and packed with flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal!

#### Ingredients

- **Potatoes**: 1 lb (about 3 medium russet or Yukon Gold potatoes), diced

- **Olive Oil**: 1 tablespoon

- **Onion**: ½ medium, chopped

- **Garlic**: 2 cloves, minced

- **Cumin**: ½ teaspoon

- **Chili Powder**: 1 teaspoon

- **Salt and Pepper**: to taste

- **Black Beans**: 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed

- **Bell Pepper**: 1 (red or yellow), chopped

- **Fresh Spinach**: 2 oz (optional)

- **Tortillas**: for serving

- **Avocado**: sliced, for topping (optional)

- **Salsa**: for serving (optional)

#### Instructions

1. **Prepare the Potatoes**:

   - Boil the diced potatoes in salted water for about **6–8 minutes**, until slightly tender but not fully cooked. Drain and set aside.

2. **Sauté Vegetables**:

   - In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about **2 minutes** until softened.

   - Stir in the garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute until fragrant.

3. **Add Potatoes and Peppers**:

   - Add the partially cooked potatoes and chopped bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for about **5–7 minutes**, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are browned and cooked through.

4. **Incorporate Black Beans and Spinach**:

   - Stir in the black beans and spinach (if using). Cook for another **2–3 minutes**, until the spinach is wilted and everything is heated through.

5. **Assemble Tacos**:

   - Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Fill each tortilla with the potato and black bean mixture.

6. **Serve**:

   - Top with sliced avocado and salsa if desired. Enjoy your delicious potato and black bean tacos!

These tacos are versatile; feel free to add other toppings like cheese, sour cream, or fresh herbs!

Citations:

[1] https://avocadoskillet.com/crispy-baked-sweet-potato-black-bean-tacos/

[2] https://www.livveganstrong.com/crispy-tacos/

[3] https://www.mashupmom.com/black-bean-and-potato-tacos/

[4] https://gatherednutrition.com/crispy-baked-black-bean-sweet-potato-tacos/

[5] https://cookieandkate.com/sweet-potato-black-bean-tacos/

[6] https://thishealthykitchen.com/crispy-potato-tacos-w-black-beans-slaw/

[7] https://www.lettyskitchen.com/potato-bean-tacos/

[8] https://mygoodnesskitchen.com/walk-away-chickpea-tomato-and-spinach-curry-vegan/