Black Bean Zucchini Olive Tacos
Brighten up taco night with these flavorful Black Bean Zucchini Olive Tacos! Packed with wholesome, plant-based goodness, this recipe combines tender sautéed zucchini, protein-rich black beans, and briny black olives, all seasoned with warm spices like cumin and chili powder. A splash of lime juice adds a zesty finish, while fresh cilantro and optional creamy avocado slices elevate every bite. Served in warm, soft corn tortillas, these tacos are a quick and healthy weekday dinner you can whip up in just 25 minutes. Perfect for vegetarians, vegans (when using oil instead of butter), or anyone craving a satisfying twist on classic taco flavors.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 medium (diced) zucchini
- 3 cloves (minced) garlic
- 15 ounces (1 can, rinsed and drained) black beans
- 3 ounces (sliced) black olives
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 0.25 cup (chopped) fresh cilantro
- 1 large (optional, sliced) avocado
Directions
Step 1
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the diced zucchini to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly browned.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the black beans, sliced olives, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for 3-4 minutes until the mixture is heated through.
Step 5
Turn off the heat and mix in 1 tablespoon of lime juice to brighten the flavors.
Step 6
Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
Step 7
Assemble the tacos by spooning the black bean, zucchini, and olive mixture into each tortilla.
Step 8
Top the tacos with fresh cilantro and optional avocado slices for added creaminess.
Step 9
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (7372.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 6764.8 |
| Total Fat 124.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 7.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 25263.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 1095.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 379.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 80.3g | |
| Protein 366.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 3258.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 100.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2317.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories