VEGETARIAN

Smoky Maple Glazed Sweet Potato Tacos

A surprising twist on taco night that will make your taste buds dance! Roasted sweet potatoes meet smoky spices and sweet maple glaze, all wrapped in warm tortillas with crunchy toppings.

45 min total

Serves 4

Medium difficulty

Instructions

1

Roast the sweet potatoes

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway, until tender and slightly caramelized.

2

Add the maple glaze

Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven, drizzle with maple syrup, and toss to coat. Return to the oven for 5 more minutes to caramelize slightly. Remove and set aside.

3

Make the lime sauce

While the sweet potatoes roast, whisk together all the lime sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Refrigerate until ready to use.

4

Warm the tortillas

Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Warm each tortilla for about 30 seconds per side until pliable and slightly toasted. Keep wrapped in a clean kitchen towel to stay warm.

5

Assemble the tacos

To assemble, place a generous scoop of sweet potatoes on each tortilla. Top with shredded cabbage, avocado slices, crumbled cheese, and cilantro. Drizzle with the lime sauce and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Chef's Notes

For extra crunch, toast some pumpkin seeds with a pinch of salt and chili powder to sprinkle on top.
If you prefer spicier flavors, add ½ tsp chili powder or a diced jalapeño to the sweet potato mixture before roasting.
These tacos are great for meal prep! Roast the sweet potatoes and make the sauce ahead, then assemble just before eating.
Try adding black beans or roasted chickpeas for extra protein.

Vegetarian Weeknight Dinner Healthy Family Friendly Meal Prep

Taco Talk (12 comments)

TacoEnthusiast42 2 days ago

Made these last night and they were a hit! I added some black beans for extra protein and my whole family loved them. The maple glaze is genius!

SpiceMaster 1 week ago

I kicked it up with some chipotle powder and these were phenomenal. The sweet and smoky combo is everything!

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