Tex-Mex Beef and Black Bean Wrap with Avocado Crema

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-26 · Updated 2026-04-26

A hearty wrap filled with spiced ground beef, black beans, and a cooling avocado crema that balances smoky and creamy flavors for a satisfying meal. This mexican-inspired sandwiches & wraps ready in about 25 minutes pairs ground beef (80% lean), olive oil, onion, diced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 600 calories and feeds 1, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 10 oz ground beef (80% lean)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup onion, diced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (10-inch) large whole wheat tortilla
• 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/2 avocado
• 2 tbsp sour cream
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add 10 oz ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook for 7 minutes until browned.
2. Step 2: Stir in 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp chili powder, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Add 1/2 cup drained black beans and cook for another 2 minutes until heated through.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, mash 1/2 avocado with 2 tbsp sour cream and 1 tbsp lime juice until smooth to make the avocado crema.
4. Step 4: Lay 1 large (10-inch) whole wheat tortilla flat and spread half the avocado crema evenly over the surface.
5. Step 5: Spoon the beef and bean mixture onto the center of the tortilla, then sprinkle 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro on top.
6. Step 6: Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll tightly from one edge to the other, securing the filling inside. Slice in half and serve immediately.