Bean and Sweet Potato Tacos

This hearty taco recipe features sweet potatoes, navy beans, corn and a spicy chipotle crème for a vibrant, healthy dinner from Ontario Bean Growers.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 5

Ingredients

• 1  large sweet potato
• 1⁄2 cup water, divided
• 1  garlic clove, minced
• 1 (540 ml) can navy beans, drained and rinsed
• 1⁄2 cup corn
• 1  teaspoon paprika
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cumin
• 1⁄2 teaspoon chili powder
• 2  limes
• 1  avocado, diced
• 12  corn tortillas
• 1⁄4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1⁄2 cup  plain  Greek yogurt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon  dried chipotle powder
•  juice from half a lime
• 1⁄8 teaspoon  chipotle chili pepper (optional)

Directions

1. 1. In a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, add diced sweet potatoes and 1/4 cup water. Cook until tender, about 10 to 15 minutes. Add garlic and navy beans, cook 2 to 3 minutes until garlic is fragrant and beans are heated through. Add corn, paprika, cumin, chill powders and remaining water. Cook until water has evaporated, about 3 to 5 minutes.
2. 2. To make the sauce, add yogurt, chipotle powder (more if you would like it spicier) and lime juice to a small bowl; stir until combined.
3. 3. Serve sweet potato and bean filling on tortillas topped with avocado, chipotle sauce and cilantro.