Roasted Sweet Potato Burritos (Printer-friendly)
A vibrant mix of caramelized sweet potatoes, black beans, and spices wrapped in warm tortillas.
# What you'll need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 1.1 lb)
02 - 1 red onion, sliced
03 - 1 red bell pepper, chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Legumes
05 - 1 can (14 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
→ Spices & Seasoning
06 - 2 tbsp olive oil
07 - 1 tsp ground cumin
08 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
09 - 1/2 tsp chili powder
10 - 1/2 tsp ground coriander
11 - 1/2 tsp salt
12 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Tortillas & Extras
13 - 4 large flour tortillas (10 inches)
14 - 3.5 oz shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (optional)
15 - 1 avocado, sliced
16 - 4 tbsp sour cream or Greek yogurt
17 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
18 - Lime wedges, for serving
# Method:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss diced sweet potatoes, sliced onion, and chopped bell pepper with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, coriander, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the seasoned vegetables evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until tender and slightly caramelized. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes.
04 - In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the black beans with minced garlic for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally until heated through.
05 - Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
06 - Layer roasted vegetables, black beans, shredded cheese if using, avocado slices, and a spoonful of sour cream or Greek yogurt onto each tortilla. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
07 - Fold in the sides of each tortilla and roll up tightly to enclose the filling.
08 - Place burritos seam-side down in a skillet over medium heat and toast for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden and crisp, if desired.
09 - Serve the burritos hot with lime wedges on the side.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The sweet potatoes get crispy edges while staying tender inside, which somehow makes everything taste more interesting.
- It's fast enough for a weeknight dinner but impressive enough that you won't feel like you're just throwing something together.
- You can customize every layer, so it works whether you're vegetarian, vegan, or just have people at your table with different preferences.
02 -
- Don't skip the halfway toss during roasting; it's the difference between unevenly cooked potatoes and perfectly caramelized ones.
- If your tortillas are cold or dry, they'll tear no matter how careful you are, so take the extra minute to warm them properly.
- Avocado oxidizes quickly, so slice it just before assembly, or toss the slices lightly with lime juice to keep them bright.
03 -
- Line your baking sheet with parchment paper so the caramelized edges don't stick and you're not faced with scrubbing afterward.
- Assemble burritos on a cutting board or large plate rather than directly on the tortilla in your hand; it's easier to control the rolling motion.