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Black Bean and Veggie Burritos

These burritos are hearty and packed with flavor. With customizable ingredients, they make a perfect healthy meal for family dinners or gatherings.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked brown or white rice
  • 4 oz can diced green chiles
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • Juice of half a lime
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 small avocados, peeled and pit removed
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons chopped red onion
  • 1/2 of a jalapeño, deseeded and finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (to taste)
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced thin
  • 1/2 of a red onion, sliced thin
  • 1/2 of a jalapeño, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup frozen corn, defrosted
  • 15 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup salsa verde
  • 6 tortillas

Instructions

  • Cook rice according to package instructions and mix in chiles, cilantro, lime juice, and salt.
  • Sauté sliced peppers and onion in olive oil until softened.
  • Stir in black beans, corn, chili powder, oregano, and salsa verde to warm through.
  • Mash avocados for guacamole and mix in Greek yogurt, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt.
  • Warm tortillas, fill with rice, black bean mix, and guacamole, and roll up.
  • For crispy burritos, cook seam-side down in a skillet until golden brown.

Notes

Customize filling with other vegetables or proteins as desired.
Consider marinating beans for extra flavor.
Experiment with different tortilla types for variety.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 500
  • Fat: 15
  • Saturated Fat: 2
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 45
  • Fiber: 10
  • Protein: 12
  • Cholesterol: 5