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Crispy Caribbean Veggie Wraps

This Crispy Caribbean Veggie Wraps recipe from Taste of Home Healthy Recipes and is a healthy favorite for Mary Beth Harris-Murphree of Tyler, Texas when she’s looking for an easy appetizer for a party or holiday gathering.

Crispy Caribbean Veggie Wraps
 

Servings:  11 (22 appetizers)

I N G R E D I E N T S

1 medium sweet potato
1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup chopped red onion
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chopped jalapeno pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup water
 22 wonton wrappers
 1-1/2 cups salsa

 

I N S T R U C T I O N S

Scrub sweet potato and pierce with a fork; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 12-14 minutes or until tender, turning once. Cool. Slit potato and scoop pulp into a small bowl. Mash pulp; stir in the onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, cumin, jalapeno and garlic.

Lightly brush water over all four edges of one wonton wrapper.(Keep wrappers covered with a damp paper towel until ready to use.) Spread 1 tablespoon filling along one edge of wrapper; roll up tightly. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.

Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Lightly spray wraps with cooking spray. Bake at 375° for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm with salsa. Yield: 22 appetizers.

Editor's Note: This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave. When cutting hot peppers, disposable gloves are recommended. Avoid touching your face.

 



 
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