One pan dinners came into my life just a couple years and I gotta say, I have been CHANGED. No more cleaning a gazillion pots and pans and bowls and spoons and spatulas and whisks. No sir. Ya hear that, resident dish washer husband of mine? His happiness level is inversely correlated with the number of dishes in the sink. We basically have sheet pan dinners to thank for low-stress evenings. This gem comes together fairly quickly after you chop the veg because the oven is doing the cooking. Hands off! And believe me when I say wonderfully spiced sheet pan veggies and black beans make for the best taco filling ever. (Ok fine, this taco filling is also delish beyond belief.)
Ingredients
You can totally use your favorite veggies here. You could do mushrooms, green beans, cauliflower, endless possibilities!
Black beans: You can use pinto beans, white beans, or chickpeas. Sweet Potato: To help bulk up the mix and addd great flavor and color. Corn: I use frozen that I thaw in the microwave. I love the subtle sweetness it adds! Zucchini: For a nice pop of green. Roasted zucchini just tastes so good, am I right? Grape tomatoes: A full pint for that lovely lycopene plus juicy sweetness. Jalapeño: Both in the bake and in the sauce. An amazing, fresh flavor without the heat. Leave the seeds if you want some spiciness! Spices: A zesty blend of cumin, chili powder, oregano, and smoked paprika for the perfect amount of spice without being spicy. Oil: For browning and flavor. I like olive oil or avocado oil. Avocado: For a luscious, velvety smooth crema that goes really well with the colorful veggies.
How to make a vegan sheet pan dinner
The key is using a large baking sheet (I have this one) so there is space between the veggies. This allows them to roast and brown versus simply steam. I find you get better browning placing the veggies directly on the sheet pan!
How to serve
Storage tips
Store leftovers separately in the fridge in an air-tight container for up to four days. I don’t recommend freezing this recipe. To revive the crema, add another squeeze of lime before serving.
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