Recipe · dinner

Family Taco Plate

A build-your-own taco plate with beans, vegetables, crunch, and flexible toppings.

Family Taco Plate recipe

Ingredients

  • 8 corn or whole-wheat tortillas
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes or pico de gallo
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or hummus
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta or shredded cheese, optional
  • Lime wedges

Steps

  1. Warm beans and corn with cumin, chili powder, and a splash of water.
  2. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
  3. Arrange beans, tortillas, lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, yogurt or hummus, cheese if using, and lime on a platter.
  4. Let everyone build a plate with the pieces that work for them.

This plate is designed for mixed preferences. The meal is still structured, but each person has a little room to choose.

Serving Ideas

  • Add shredded chicken or tofu for another protein option.
  • Serve extra vegetables on the side for more color.

Storage

Store toppings separately for up to 3 days.