Save A festive, hearty wrap featuring roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, and holiday spices, wrapped in a soft tortilla&perfect for gatherings or a cozy meal.
This wrap has become a staple at our holiday gatherings because it offers a perfect balance of warmth and spice with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
- Vegetables: 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes, 1 small red onion thinly sliced, 1 red bell pepper diced, 2 cups baby spinach leaves
- Beans & Grains: 1 (15 oz / 425 g) can black beans drained and rinsed, 4 large flour tortillas (or gluten-free tortillas)
- Seasonings & Spices: 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground coriander, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional), Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Extras: 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (optional for a holiday touch), 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional), 1 ripe avocado sliced (optional), Fresh lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl toss the sweet potato cubes red onion and red bell pepper with olive oil cumin smoked paprika cinnamon coriander cayenne (if using) salt and pepper.
- Step 3:
- Spread the vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender and lightly caramelized stirring halfway through.
- Step 4:
- While the vegetables roast warm the black beans in a small saucepan over medium heat until heated through.
- Step 5:
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
- Step 6:
- To assemble spread a thin layer of cranberry sauce (if using) onto each tortilla. Top with roasted vegetables black beans a handful of spinach avocado slices and cilantro.
- Step 7:
- Roll up each tortilla tightly tucking in the sides as you go to form a wrap.
- Step 8:
- Slice in half and serve with fresh lime wedges.
Save Sharing this wrap with family always brings warmth and joy to our holiday table.
Notes
For extra crunch add toasted pumpkin seeds or slivered almonds. Swap spinach for kale or arugula if preferred. Pairs well with a light Pinot Noir or sparkling cranberry juice.
Required Tools
Baking sheet parchment paper large mixing bowl small saucepan knife and cutting board skillet or microwave (for warming tortillas)
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (in flour tortillas). May contain Soy (if using certain brands of tortillas or canned beans). For gluten-free use gluten-free tortillas and check all labels.
Save This wrap combines festive flavors with nutritious ingredients creating a perfect holiday meal everyone will love.
Recipe FAQ
- → What spices enhance the roasted sweet potatoes?
Ground cumin, smoked paprika, cinnamon, coriander, and an optional pinch of cayenne pepper add warmth and depth to the sweet potatoes.
- → Can I make this with gluten-free tortillas?
Yes, using certified gluten-free tortillas works well and maintains the dish’s integrity.
- → What are good optional additions for extra flavor?
Cranberry sauce, fresh cilantro, and avocado slices add brightness and richness to the wrap.
- → How should I prepare the black beans?
Warm drained and rinsed black beans gently on the stove until heated through before assembling.
- → Are there alternatives to spinach for the greens?
Kale or arugula can be substituted for baby spinach leaves to vary the greens.