Black Bean and Sweet Potato Burritos Light

Light, nutritious, and bursting with bold flavors, these Black Bean and Sweet Potato Burritos Light are your new go-to for a wholesome, plant-based meal! Featuring perfectly roasted, spiced sweet potatoes, zesty black beans infused with lime and cilantro, and creamy avocado, all wrapped in a soft whole wheat tortilla, this recipe balances satisfying textures and vibrant tastes. Packed with wholesome ingredients like baby spinach and a dollop of salsa, these burritos are rich in fiber and nutrients while staying refreshingly light. Ready in just 40 minutes and perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner, these burritos offer a comforting yet healthy twist on a classic favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 medium-sized sweet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoons paprika
• 1 15-ounce can black beans
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 cups cilantro
• 6 large whole wheat tortillas
• 1 large avocado
• 0.5 cups salsa
• 2 cups baby spinach

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into small 1/2-inch cubes.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.

Step 4

Spread the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and golden brown.

Step 5

While the sweet potatoes are roasting, rinse and drain the black beans. In a small bowl, mix the black beans with lime juice and chopped cilantro.

Step 6

Peel and slice the avocado into thin strips or mash it for spreading, if preferred.

Step 7

Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet for about 15 seconds on each side to make them more pliable.

Step 8

To assemble the burritos, lay a tortilla flat. Add a layer of roasted sweet potatoes (about 1/6 of the batch), black bean mixture, a handful of baby spinach, a couple of slices of avocado, and a spoonful of salsa.

Step 9

Fold the sides of the tortilla inward, then roll tightly from the bottom up to create a burrito. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and fillings.

Step 10

Serve the burritos warm or wrap them in foil for an on-the-go meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1021.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1480.5

Total Fat 48.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3015.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 234.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.1g	0%
Total Sugars 25.2g
Protein 36.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 472.2mg	0%
Iron 16.1mg	0%
Potassium 2188.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.7%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 61.7%