Black Bean And Sweet Potato Burritos Light Recipe

A lighter, faster take on a classic! This vibrant recipe transforms simple black beans and sweet potatoes into delicious, satisfying burritos, perfect for a quick weeknight meal. Skip the heavy feeling and enjoy big flavor in just 20 minutes. This recipe is a modified and improved version of recipe #43473 – we've streamlined it for ease and lightness!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 274.5 kcal
Protein 22g
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Ingredients for Black Bean And Sweet Potato Burritos Light

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How to Make Black Bean And Sweet Potato Burritos Light

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and chop the sweet potato into 1-inch cubes.
  3. In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, 1/4 teaspoon cumin, and salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 15-20 minutes, or until tender.
  5. While the sweet potatoes are roasting, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  6. Add 1 chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  7. Stir in 1 (15-ounce) can of black beans (rinsed and drained), 1/2 cup corn (canned or frozen), and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. Season the black bean mixture with salt, pepper, and a pinch of cumin.
  9. Warm the burrito tortillas according to package directions.
  10. Assemble the burritos: Spread a layer of the black bean mixture on each tortilla, top with the roasted sweet potatoes, and add your favorite toppings (salsa, avocado, shredded cheese, etc.).
  11. Fold the tortillas and enjoy immediately!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

20g

Fat

3g

Carbs

17g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Black Bean And Sweet Potato Burritos Light?

Black Bean And Sweet Potato Burritos Light takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Black Bean And Sweet Potato Burritos Light?

Black Bean And Sweet Potato Burritos Light has approximately 274.5 calories per serving, with about 22 g protein, 17 g carbohydrates and 4 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Black Bean And Sweet Potato Burritos Light?

The key ingredients for Black Bean And Sweet Potato Burritos Light are Black Beans, Onion, Sweet Potatoes, Chipotle Peppers, Garlic Cloves, Ground Cumin. See the full list with measurements above.

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