These Chipotle Sweet Potato and Quinoa Tacos are the perfect Meatless Monday Meal! So hearty and flavorful!
Meatless Monday has never looked better my friends!
I’m so excited to be sharing this recipe today, because it’s from my fellow blogging friend Tieghan Gerard’s new cookbook, Half Baked Harvest! Please say you guys know who Tieghan is!?
What a talent! When I first started blogging, Tieghan’s blog immediately got on my radar! Her recipes are not only delicious, but extremely unique and creative. And her photography is absolutely stunning! Her new book is filled with recipes for easy weeknight meals, decadent desserts and dishes perfect for your next party.
I’ve already made a few recipes from the book, and I’ve been wowed with each one. The Pumpkin and Cauliflower Gratin with Fried Sage was amazing, and her Provolone and Salami Phyllo Rolls were incredibly easy and a huge hit at our last football party with friends.
But today, I decided to share my favorite, these Chipotle Sweet Potato and Quinoa Tacos. OMG! The fact that I never even missed the meat in my taco is a testament to how delicious these are. As soon as I read the list of ingredients, I knew I’d love them. Roasted sweet potatoes, smoky chipotle peppers, black beans, cheddar and cotija cheeses and quinoa cooked in pumpkin beer…the flavors!!
And Tieghan recommended topping the tacos with her Honeycrisp Apple and Pomegranate Salsa which did not disappoint. It’s so perfect for fall.
I hope y’all enjoy these as much as we did, and I hope you grab a copy of her book! I guarantee it’ll become a favorite, just like these tacos! Enjoy!
Ingredients
- 1 large sweet potato cubed
- 4 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo chopped
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup quinoa uncooked
- 2 tsp. smoked paprika
- 2 tsp. chili powder
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp. cayenne
- 1 12- oz. bottle of pumpkin or apple beer
- 1 cup black beans canned
- 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded, plus extra for serving
- Handful of fresh cilantro chopped
- Juice of one lime
- Corn or flour tortillas warmed, for serving
- Cotija cheese crumbled, for serving
- Sliced avocado for serving
- Honeycrisp Apple and Pomegranate Salsa for serving:
- 2 Honeycrisp apples cored and diced
- Seeds from one pomegranate
- 1 jalapeno seeded and finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves chopped
- Juice of one lime
- Kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
- On a rimmed baking sheet, toss potatoes, 2 tablespoons olive oil, chipotles and salt and pepper to taste. Bake for 15-20 minutes in a single layer. Flip and bake 10 minutes more or until tender.
- In a large skillet heat remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. When oil is hot, add the quinoa, paprika, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and cayenne. Stir and cook for 3-5 minutes until the quinoa is toasted. Slowly add the beer and 3/4 cup water. Cover and cook over low heat for 20 minutes or until the quinoa is tender. Remove the lid and continue to cook until all the liquid is absorbed, about 5-10 more minutes.
- Stir in the sweet potato mixture, black beans and cheddar cheese. Cook for 5 minutes until the cheese melts. Remove from heat and stir in the cilantro and lime juice.
- Divide the quinoa among the warmed tortillas. Top with cheddar and cotija cheeses, avocado and the salsa.
- Honeycrisp Apple and Pomegranate Salsa:
- In a medium bowl, toss apples, pomegranate seeds, jalapeno, cilantro, lime juice and some salt. Taste, adding more salt if needed.
I remember when Tieghan started her blog. She is amazing. I have been thinking of buying the book.
Isn’t she?! The book is beautifully done Gerlinde and packed with amazing recipes! A must for your collection!
Can’t wait to take a peek at this beautiful cookbook. If this recipe is any indication of the treasures it includes, I’m excited!
Oh, it’s just gorgeous Chris. I’ve been enjoying cooking from it so much already! I love meat tacos, but honestly I didn’t even miss the meat with this recipe!
Of course I know who Tieghan is! If you’re a blogger and you don’t know her blog, that’s a problem. Lol. Her blog is beyond beautiful and inspirational!! I definitely need to get my hands on her cookbook!! I can only imagine how fabulous it is!! I mean, check out these tacos!!! Wowza! Now this is how I want to taco Tuesday!! Pinned! Cheers! xoxo
Meatless Monday, Taco Tuesday, any day for these Chey! Tieghan’s book is just beautiful! I hope you grab a copy!
I love tacos and I just had some last night for dinner :) I don’t think I’ve ever made vegetarian tacos, but that has got to change! The flavours in this one sound amazing! I have to get my hands on that book. Pinned! Happy Monday! XO
Yes, you do Dawn! You’d absolutely LOVE it! I never even missed the meat with these tacos!
Need to get my hands on her book! SO beautiful!!!!
You’re going to love it Jennifer! Beautiful and absolutely delicious, page after page!
I was book shopping over the weekend and Tieghan’s book was there, front and center! So beautiful! I enjoy her blog…and recipes…and videos… gorgeous stuff! Thanks for sharing this stunner of a meal, MaryAnn!
She’s such a hard worker, and so incredibly talented! I was so happy to share this one. These tacos were so packed with flavor and so much healthier than the average taco. Just what I need!
Tieghan is my photography idol, nothing short. She’s amazing! And these tacos look amazing too! I’ve been eating sweet potatoes like they’re going out of style lately so I’ll have to mix things up and throw them in a taco :). Have a great week, Mary Ann!
She’s extremely talented for sure Kelsie! If you’re into sweet potatoes, then these are the tacos for you! Delish!
It really is a beautiful book and you nailed the tacos, they look amazing!
Thanks Matt! Tieghan makes it easy!
GAH! Every time I say I’m not getting another cookbook, one pops up that I simply can’t say no to! There are worse obsessions, right? Beautiful tacos, Mary Ann! And… Honeycrisp Apple and Pomegranate Salsa, you say? Love it all! Can’t wait to taste it! (Because, yes, I’ve gotta add this cookbook to my collection!) :-)
I’ve got the same problem Michele, but I agree, we could have worse problems!! These tacos are the bomb! I didn’t even miss the meat!
I’m putting this book on my Christmas list. Love her creative recipes and gorgeous photography!
Me too Karen! Hope Santa brings it!
Love Tieghan’s recipes! I could eat that filling all by itself, but everything is better wrapped in a tortilla right?
I know, I ate a few scoopfuls before it even made it to the tortillas Leigh Ann!
Totally loving these tacos! Such great flavours and a nice change from the usual :) Must seek out this cookbook!
You’d love it Jennifer! Tieghan is so talented!
So colorful and pretty!
Delicious too Jennifer!
You crushed it. I can’t wait to get this book. Sounds delicious. Looking forward to making these.
Awww, thanks Cindy! These were so incredibly tasty! And that’s coming from a girl who likes her meat tacos! Didn’t even miss it!
These look great! I haven’t had a chance to take a proper look through Tieghan’s book yet, but you definitely did her recipe justice! I have a sweet potato tacos recipe coming up soon as well (just made them today, in fact!), so I know how good these must taste haha.
Yay! I can’t wait to see yours Natasha! I’m sure they’ll be super delish, like everything that comes out of your kitchen!
Tieghan’s blog has been a long time inspiration – delicious recipes and beautiful photos – love that she has a cookbook out. Will be definitely adding to my book buying list! And I love your gorgeous photos that capture this delicious recipe, Mary Ann.
Thanks so much Geraldine! She is such an inspiration! Many years ahead of her too, so lots more recipes to conquer and share!
This is such a great idea for vegetarians! Tons of flavors!! And I love the topping of the apple and pomegranate salsa.. I definitely need to check the book for other inspiring recipes!!
It’s such a gorgeous book Deepika! You’d LOVE it!
What a gorgeous cookbook! And these tacos are calling my name! They sure are packed with lots of deliciousness!
It really is Lindsay! She’s so talented. You’d really love these tacos! So healthy!
This book is definitely on my must buy list! delicious!
Take it from me Alice, you’re going to LOVE it!
Saw these on Instagram and came running over…you make the most beautiful food, Mary Ann!!
Awww, thanks so much Sue! Tieghan made this one really easy!
It’s impossible not to know of Tieghan and not be a huge fan! Her recipes and photos are nothing short of amazing. I haven’t gotten my hands on this cookbook yet so I’m glad you did a bit of the hard work for us! These tacos look like my next meatless Monday meal!!
I know right?! Her book is fabulous Katherine. A MUST for your collection!
The combination of ingredients is simply astonishing, Mary Ann! This dish is making my mouth watering right now. Is it possible to use lemon rather than lime juice?
I like the taste of the lime juice better, but lemon would work too. Tieghan has a way of putting together the best ingredients in her dishes! Soooo good!
These are stunning! Thank you so much for sharing the cookbook with everyone and all the kind words. You truly just made my day! :)
You’re quite welcome Tieghan! I am loving paging through it. I’ve already made a few recipes. That Pumpkin Cauliflower Gratin….amazing!
My taco Tuesday so needed these tacos! :)
They’re so yummy Laura! Tieghan’s recipe is spot on amazing!
I love following Tieghan, her recipes and photographs are beautiful! You did absolute justice to these tacos! They look sooo delicious and amazing!
Me too! She’s so talented! These were absolutely delicious!