Tacos with Roasted Potatoes, Squash and Peppers (Ra

Name: Tacos with Roasted Potatoes, Squash and Peppers (Rajas)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound potatoes, such as Yukon golds, cut into 1-inch chunks; Salt to taste; 1 teaspoon lightly toasted cumin seeds, ground; 1 teaspoon mild chili powder; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 pound summer squash, preferably a dense squash like Ronde de Nice, cut into 1-inch chunks; 1 medium red onion, cut in half lengthwise and sliced in half-moons; 1 pound mixed sweet and hot peppers (such as a mix of poblanos and bell peppers), roasted, peeled, seeded and cut in thin 2-inch strips; 8 warm corn tortillas; 1 recipe salsa ranchera (without chipotles); 3 ounces goat cheese (about 3/4 cup crumbled)

Servings: persons

1 pound potatoes, such as Yukon golds, cut into 1-inch chunks
Salt to taste
1 teaspoon lightly toasted cumin seeds, ground
1 teaspoon mild chili powder
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 pound summer squash, preferably a dense squash like Ronde de Nice, cut into 1-inch chunks
1 medium red onion, cut in half lengthwise and sliced in half-moons
1 pound mixed sweet and hot peppers (such as a mix of poblanos and bell peppers), roasted, peeled, seeded and cut in thin 2-inch strips
8 warm corn tortillas
1 recipe salsa ranchera (without chipotles)
3 ounces goat cheese (about 3/4 cup crumbled)

1
Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
2
Line 2 baking sheets with parchment.
3
Place potatoes on one baking sheet and toss with salt to taste, 3/4 teaspoon each of the ground cumin and chili powder, and 1 tablespoon of the olive oil.
4
Spread in an even layer.
5
Place squash and onion slices on other parchment-covered baking sheet and toss with the remaining olive oil, salt to taste, cumin and chili powder.
6
Depending on the size of your oven, roast vegetables together or separately on the middle rack.
7
Roast potatoes for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring after 10 minutes, or until lightly browned and tender all the way through.
8
Remove from oven and transfer to a large bowl.
9
Roast squash and onions for about 15 minutes, stirring after 10 minutes, until tender and lightly colored.
10
Remove from oven and add to bowl with potatoes.
11
Add pepper strips (rajas) and toss together.
12
Season to taste with salt, and add more chili powder if desired.
13
Keep warm.
14
Spoon filling onto warm tortillas and add a generous spoonful of salsa.
15
Top with goat cheese and serve.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound potatoes, such as Yukon golds, cut into 1-inch chunks, Salt to taste, 1 teaspoon lightly toasted cumin seeds, ground, 1 teaspoon mild chili powder, and more.

Yes, Tacos with Roasted Potatoes, Squash and Peppers (Rajas) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Tacos with Roasted Potatoes, Squash and Peppers (Rajas)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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