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Saturday, March 10, 2012

Sweet Potato Tacos

Sweet potatoes are filled with carotenoids, vitamins A, B6, C, potassium, manganese, and fiber.

Ingredients:

  • 1 large sweet potato, grated or diced into small cubes
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced or pressed
  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp. curry
  • 2 tsp. cumin
  • 1 tsp. chili powder (optional)
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 2 cups black beans, heated
  • Grated low-fat cheese
  • Salsa
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • Tortilla shells – for either burritos (large) or tacos (small)

Directions:

  1. Add olive oil to a large skillet and add the onions, sauté until translucent.
  2. Add garlic, curry and cumin. Sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add sweet potatoes and chili powder. Mix thoroughly. Sauté for a minute or two, stirring
    continuously.
  4. Add 1 – 2 Tbsp. of water, cover and cook until sweet potatoes are tender (about 5 to 7 minutes).
  5. Heat beans, grate cheese, slice avocado.
  6. Warm tortillas for 5 minutes in the oven or toaster oven.
  7. Add sweet potato mixture and beans on to the tortilla shells.
  8. Sprinkle with cheese. Add salsa and avocado. Enjoy!

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