SPICED BLACK BEAN, SWEET POTATO AND TOMATO WRAPS

 

Looking for a quick, wholesome meal that tastes amazing and supports your health? These Spiced Black Bean, Sweet Potato & Tomato Wraps are a fiber-packed powerhouse designed to nourish your body and satisfy your taste buds—all in under 30 minutes.

With the perfect balance of plant-based protein, complex carbs, healthy fats, and loads of fiber, this meal is great for digestive health, blood sugar balance, and keeping you full and energized for hours. The addition of tomatoes not only adds a fresh, juicy bite but also delivers a dose of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant linked to heart health and skin protection.

Health benefits at a glance:

• Sweet Potatoes – High in fiber and beta-carotene, supporting immunity and gut health

• Black Beans – Rich in fiber and plant protein, great for digestion and satiety

• Tomatoes – Loaded with lycopene, an antioxidant known to reduce inflammation and support heart health

• Avocado – Contains heart-healthy fats and fiber for long-lasting fullness

• Leafy Greens & Whole Grains – Help support regular digestion and feed your beneficial gut bacteria

 

Serve: 2

Difficulty: easy

Time: 25 minutes

 

INGREDIENTS

For the Filling:

• 1 medium sweet potato, diced

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp ground cumin

• Salt & pepper to taste

• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (or 1 medium tomato, diced)

• ½ red onion, thinly sliced

• 1 cup baby spinach or kale

For the Wrap:

• 2–3 large whole grain tortillas

• 1 avocado, sliced

• 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt or non-dairy alternative (optional)

• Fresh lime wedges, cilantro, or chili flakes for garnish (optional)

 

METHOD

1.Sauté the Sweet Potato: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced sweet potato, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for 8–10 minutes until tender and golden.

2.Add the Veggies & Beans: Stir in red onion, cherry tomatoes, and black beans. Sauté for 3–4 more minutes until tomatoes soften and beans are heated through.

3.Warm the Tortillas: Heat tortillas in a pan or microwave to make them pliable.

4.Assemble the Wraps: Layer spinach, sweet potato mixture, avocado, and a dollop of yogurt onto each tortilla.

5.Wrap It Up: Roll, slice, and garnish as desired. Serve warm with lime and fresh herbs.

Each wrap delivers:

• 15–18g of fiber

• Plant-based protein

• A rainbow of vitamins + antioxidants

Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, lunch meal prep, or a satisfying meatless Monday.