Are you craving a mouthwatering meal that's both nutritious and incredibly satisfying? Look no further! These Make-Ahead Sweet Potato Black Bean Burritos are about to revolutionize your dinner routine. Imagine biting into a warm, perfectly wrapped burrito filled with caramelized sweet potatoes, creamy black beans, melted cheese, and fresh avocado - all prepared in just one hour and ready to save you time on busy weeknights!
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 8 burritos
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 8 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Peel and cube sweet potatoes into roughly 1/2-inch pieces. Spread them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Drizzle sweet potatoes with olive oil, then sprinkle with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Roast sweet potatoes in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
- While sweet potatoes are roasting, drain and rinse black beans. Place in a mixing bowl.
- Mash black beans lightly with a fork, leaving some beans whole for texture.
- Once sweet potatoes are done, remove from oven and let cool slightly for 5 minutes.
- Add roasted sweet potatoes to the black beans and gently mix together.
- Warm flour tortillas in the microwave for 20-30 seconds to make them more pliable.
- Lay out each tortilla and fill with sweet potato and black bean mixture.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the filling in each burrito.
- Add sliced avocado on top of the cheese.
- Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll tightly into a burrito.
- Optional: For make-ahead preparation, wrap each burrito individually in aluminum foil.
- To reheat, place wrapped burritos in a 350°F oven for 15-20 minutes or microwave for 2-3 minutes.
Tips
- For maximum flavor, make sure to roast your sweet potatoes until they're slightly caramelized - this brings out their natural sweetness and adds depth to the dish.
- When mashing black beans, leave some whole for a more interesting texture that adds both creaminess and bite to your burritos.
- Warm your tortillas before assembling to prevent cracking and make them easier to fold.
- If meal prepping, wrap individual burritos in aluminum foil for easy freezing and reheating.
- For a spicier version, add a dash of hot sauce or sprinkle some red pepper flakes when roasting the sweet potatoes.
- Use high-quality, fresh ingredients - especially the avocado - to elevate the overall taste of your burritos.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 239kcal
Carbohydrates: 32g
Protein: 9g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 10mg
