Black Bean Sweet Potato Wrap

Name: Black Bean Sweet Potato Wrap
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium sweet potato; 15 oz canned black beans; 4 pieces whole grain tortilla; 1 medium avocado; 0.5 cup salsa; 0.25 cup fresh cilantro; 2 tbsp lime; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp cumin; 0.5 tsp chili powder; 0.5 tsp garlic powder; 0.25 tsp table salt

Roasted sweet potato and seasoned black beans wrapped in a whole wheat
tortilla with avocado, salsa, and fresh cilantro. A hearty vegetarian
wrap with 15g protein and 10g fiber per serving.

This wrap is proof that vegetarian meals can be just as satisfying as
anything with meat. Roasted sweet potato cubes bring natural sweetness
and creamy texture, while seasoned black beans add protein and a savory
depth that makes every bite feel complete.

A smear of mashed avocado acts as the creamy base, and a spoonful of
salsa adds brightness and a little heat. Fresh cilantro and a squeeze
of lime tie everything together with that unmistakable Southwestern
flavor.

With 10 grams of fiber per serving, this wrap keeps blood sugar steady
and keeps you full for hours. The sweet potato and black bean combination
provides complementary amino acids, making this a nutritionally complete
plant-based meal.

✅ Why This Recipe Is Healthy

• High fiber: 10g per serving for blood sugar stability
• Plant protein: 15g from black beans and whole wheat
• Potassium rich: Sweet potato and black beans are potassium powerhouses
• Heart-healthy fats: Avocado provides monounsaturated fats

📊 Why This Recipe Scored 87/100

With an overall health score of 87/100, this recipe is a solid, balanced option. Its strongest area is nutrient quality (93/100), where 10g of fiber and whole-food ingredients lift its nutrient density.

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Prep Time

10 min

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Cook Time

25 min

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Servings

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Difficulty

easy

Ingredients

✓ 2 medium sweet potato
✓ 15 oz canned black beans
✓ 4 pieces whole grain tortilla
✓ 1 medium avocado
✓ 0.5 cup salsa
✓ 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
✓ 2 tbsp lime
✓ 1 tbsp olive oil
✓ 1 tsp cumin
✓ 0.5 tsp chili powder
✓ 0.5 tsp garlic powder
✓ 0.25 tsp table salt

Black Bean Sweet Potato Wrap cooking in progress

Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 400°F. Peel and dice sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes. Toss with olive oil, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt. Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer.
2
Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until sweet potatoes are tender and lightly caramelized.
3
While sweet potatoes roast, drain and rinse the black beans. Warm in a small saucepan over medium heat with a pinch of cumin.
4
Mash the avocado with lime juice and a pinch of salt. Spread evenly across the center of each tortilla.
5
Layer roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, salsa, and fresh cilantro on each tortilla. Roll up tightly, cut in half, and serve.