Mel's Black Bean And Sweet Potato Burritos

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A friend of mine at work loves this burrito and can't talk enough about it. the source is from a blog: melskitchencafe.com. my friend has it once or more a week, as she claims it's that good". she has also mentioned that she increases the measure of seasonings. i haven't had a chance to make it but this is at the top of my list of "to do's" and placing it here for safe keeping. it does sound marvelous and i love tasty recipes that are fortunate enough to be healthy too."

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Steps

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Preheat the oven to 425 degrees f.

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In a large bowl , toss together the sweet potatoes , jalapeno , red pepper and red onion with the olive oil , cumin , chili powder , salt and pepper.

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Dump the coated veggies onto a large rimmed baking sheet and roast for 18-20 minutes , tossing halfway through.

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The vegetables should be tender but not mushy at the end of cooking time.

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Let the vegetable mixture cool.

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Scrape the mixture into a large bowl and toss with the black beans , cilantro and lime juice.

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Taste the mixture and add additional salt and pepper to taste , if needed.

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Refrigerate the mixture until ready to assemble the burritos or use immediately.

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Place 3-4 tortillas on a microwave-safe plat and cover with a damp paper towel.

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Microwave for 15-20 seconds until the tortillas are pliable.

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Place 1 / 4 cup or so of the vegetable mixture in the center of the tortilla and top with a sprinkle with shredded cheese , a little of each kind.

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Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll up'.

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Ingredients

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sweet potatoes, jalapeno, red pepper, red onion, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, black pepper, black beans, cilantro, fresh lime juice, shredded cheddar cheese, monterey jack cheese, burrito-size flour tortillas