Description
These Crispy Chipotle Sweet Potato Tacos with Lime Crema are a flavorful and satisfying vegetarian meal. Roasted sweet potatoes flavored with smoky chipotle chili powder and spices are topped with creamy lime-infused crema, fresh avocado, tangy cheese, and crisp red onion, all wrapped in warm tortillas. Perfect for a vibrant weeknight dinner that’s both delicious and nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
For the sweet potatoes:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the lime crema:
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Zest of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For assembling:
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta or cotija cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, chipotle chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and salt until every piece is well-coated with the seasoning blend.
- Roast Sweet Potatoes: Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast them in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are crispy on the edges and nicely browned.
- Make Lime Crema: While the sweet potatoes are roasting, whisk together sour cream (or Greek yogurt), lime zest, lime juice, and salt in a small bowl. Chill the lime crema in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- Warm Tortillas: Heat the tortillas on a skillet or directly over a flame until they are soft and pliable, ready for assembling the tacos.
- Assemble Tacos: Place a generous scoop of roasted sweet potatoes on each tortilla. Top with avocado slices, chopped red onion, crumbled feta or cotija cheese, and drizzle with lime crema. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side for a zesty finish.
Notes
- For extra heat, add a drizzle of hot sauce or chopped jalapeños.
- To make it vegan, substitute plant-based yogurt and vegan cheese, or omit the cheese entirely.
