Are you craving a mouthwatering Mexican-inspired meal that's both quick and incredibly satisfying? Look no further than these amazing Black Bean Burritos! In just 25 minutes, you'll transform simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece that will have your taste buds dancing and your family begging for seconds. Whether you're a busy professional, a student on a budget, or simply someone who loves delicious, wholesome food, this recipe is your ticket to an instant flavor adventure!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/2 cup salsa
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 1 can of black beans (drained and rinsed), 1 cup of cooked rice, 1 cup of shredded cheese, 4 large flour tortillas, 1 avocado (sliced), 1/2 cup of salsa, and salt and pepper to taste.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the drained black beans and cooked rice. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until warmed through, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- While the black beans and rice are heating, prepare your tortillas. If you prefer them warm and pliable, you can heat them in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side or microwave them for about 15-20 seconds.
- Once the black bean and rice mixture is heated, remove it from the heat. Lay out one tortilla on a clean surface and spoon about 1/4 of the black bean and rice mixture onto the center of the tortilla.
- Top the mixture with a generous amount of shredded cheese and a few slices of avocado. Add a spoonful of salsa on top for extra flavor.
- To wrap the burrito, fold in the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll the bottom up over the filling tightly. Continue rolling until the burrito is fully wrapped. Repeat this process for the remaining tortillas and filling.
- For an optional step, you can place the wrapped burritos seam-side down in a skillet over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Serve the burritos warm with extra salsa on the side, and enjoy your delicious Black Bean Burritos!
Tips
- Use freshly cooked or day-old rice for the best texture and flavor absorption.
- Drain and rinse black beans thoroughly to reduce excess sodium and improve taste.
- For extra crispiness, lightly toast your burritos in a skillet after wrapping.
- Warm your tortillas before filling to prevent cracking and make them more pliable.
- Experiment with additional toppings like sour cream, cilantro, or hot sauce to customize your burrito.
- If meal prepping, these burritos can be wrapped in foil and refrigerated for quick future meals.
- For a healthier version, use whole wheat tortillas and add more vegetables to your filling.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 515kcal
Carbohydrates: 69g
Protein: 20g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 30mg
