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Savory pumpkin tacos made with spiced pumpkin puree, refried black beans, and melty cheese, served in crisp corn tortillas. A quick and wholesome vegetarian dinner perfect for fall.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 tacos (approximately 2 tacos per serving, serves 4) 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup refried black beans, homemade or canned
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (such as pepper jack for a little spice)
  • 6–8 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Salt, to taste
  • Cooking spray, butter, or oil of choice
  • Optional toppings: avocado, salsa, hot sauce, pico de gallo, sour cream

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, scoop pumpkin puree and add salt, cumin, smoked paprika, cinnamon, and nutmeg; stir until evenly combined.
  2. If pumpkin puree is watery, drain excess liquid or cook it in a skillet for a few minutes to thicken.
  3. Warm corn tortillas in a pan with a little cooking spray or microwave briefly until soft and flexible.
  4. Lay a tortilla flat and spread 1–2 tablespoons refried beans on one side, spoon on a similar amount of spiced pumpkin puree, sprinkle a small handful of shredded cheese, then fold the tortilla over.
  5. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add cooking spray, butter, or oil.
  6. Place folded tacos cheese-side down in the skillet and gently press each taco with a spatula to help melt the cheese and seal edges.
  7. Cook tacos about 4–5 minutes per side until tortillas are golden and crisp and the cheese is fully melted inside.
  8. Let tacos rest about a minute to firm up before eating.

Notes

Use extra oil or cooking spray and avoid overfilling tortillas to achieve crispy tacos., Warm tortillas prior to assembling to prevent cracking., Choose melty cheese such as pepper jack, cheddar, Oaxaca, or vegan alternatives., Cook over medium heat to prevent burning or greasiness., Let cooked tacos sit briefly so filling firms, making them easier to eat.

  • Author: Ashley
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dinner, Vegetarian
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1-2 tacos
  • Calories: Estimated approximately 250-300 calories per taco (varies by cheese and toppings)
  • Fat: Approx. 10-15 grams per serving
  • Carbohydrates: Approx. 25-30 grams per serving
  • Protein: Approx. 8-10 grams per serving