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Bean and Cheese Taco Recipe

Mexican · Main course · 20 min total

A quick and satisfying vegetarian taco filled with refried beans, melted cheese, and fresh toppings. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 can (15 oz) refried beans
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt to taste
• 4 small flour tortillas (6-inch)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/2 cup salsa
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
• 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. In a small saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add refried beans, water, cumin, chili powder, and salt. Stir and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes.
2. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
3. Spoon about 1/4 cup of bean mixture onto the center of each tortilla. Top with 1/4 cup cheese.
4. Fold tortillas in half and place in the skillet. Cook over medium heat until golden brown on one side, about 2 minutes. Flip and cook until cheese is melted and second side is golden, about 2 more minutes.
5. Serve tacos with salsa, sour cream, lettuce, tomatoes, and cilantro.

Tips

• Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
• Add sliced jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat.
• Store leftover bean mixture in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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