Chipotle Veggie Burrito

Get ready to indulge in the bold, smoky flavors of this Chipotle Veggie Burrito, a must-try for lovers of vibrant, plant-forward meals! Packed with sautéed red and yellow bell peppers, zucchini, sweet corn, and hearty black beans, this burrito is elevated by the spicy kick of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, a hint of lime, and fragrant cilantro. Creamy avocado slices, melty Monterey Jack cheese, and a dollop of tangy sour cream add luscious texture, all wrapped snugly in a warm flour tortilla. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a grab-and-go lunch, this customizable burrito is ready in just 35 minutes and bursting with balanced, smoky heat and fresh veggie goodness. It's a delicious vegetarian option that even meat lovers will crave!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces large flour tortillas
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, sliced red bell pepper
• 1 medium, sliced yellow bell pepper
• 1 medium, sliced red onion
• 1 medium, diced zucchini
• 1 cup corn kernels
• 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 tablespoon chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped
• 1 lime, juice
• 1 medium avocado, sliced
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add sliced red and yellow bell peppers and red onion to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until they soften.

Step 3

Add diced zucchini and corn kernels to the skillet. Continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Stir in black beans, chopped chipotle peppers, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Cook for 3 minutes more until everything is heated through and well combined.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in chopped cilantro and lime juice.

Step 7

Warm the flour tortillas in a microwave or on a skillet for a few seconds until pliable.

Step 8

To assemble the burritos, spread a layer of sour cream in the center of each tortilla.

Step 9

Place a quarter of the veggie mixture over the sour cream.

Step 10

Top with slices of avocado and shredded Monterey Jack cheese.

Step 11

Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll tightly from the bottom up to enclose the filling.

Step 12

Serve immediately or wrap in foil to keep warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1753.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2328.6

Total Fat 127.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 157.5mg	0%
Sodium 5650.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 247.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.7g	0%
Total Sugars 48.2g
Protein 79.3g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1439.3mg	0%
Iron 18.1mg	0%
Potassium 3562.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.8%

Protein: 12.9%

Carbs: 40.3%