Dairy-Free Cheesy Bean and Rice Burrito

Satisfy your craving for bold Tex-Mex flavors with this Dairy-Free Cheesy Bean and Rice Burrito! Perfectly seasoned black beans, fluffy cilantro-lime brown rice, and fresh toppings like juicy tomatoes and creamy avocado come together in a soft, warm tortilla for a wholesome, plant-based meal. The real star is the velvety, dairy-free "cheese" sauce made with nutritional yeast and zesty lime juice—an irresistible addition that keeps this burrito rich and creamy without any dairy. With just 45 minutes from prep to plate, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or make-ahead lunches. Packed with nutrients, gluten-free* options, and bursting with flavor, these burritos are proof that comfort food can be both indulgent and healthy!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup brown rice
• 2 cups water
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup nutritional yeast
• 0.75 cup plant-based milk
• 1 lime
• 0.5 cup cilantro
• 4 large flour tortillas
• 1 tomato
• 1 avocado
• 0 to taste salt and pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the brown rice under cold water and combine it with 2 cups of water in a pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 25 minutes or until the rice is tender and water is absorbed.

Step 2

While the rice is cooking, finely chop the onion and garlic.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté the onion until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 4

Drain and rinse the black beans and add them to the pan with the onion and garlic. Stir in ground cumin, chili powder, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Cook for 3-4 minutes until heated through.

Step 5

To make the cheese sauce, combine nutritional yeast, plant-based milk, juice of 1 lime, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth and set aside.

Step 6

Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.

Step 7

Dice the tomato and slice the avocado.

Step 8

Once the rice is done, fluff it with a fork. Stir in chopped cilantro.

Step 9

Assemble the burritos by spreading a layer of rice, then a spoonful of bean mixture onto each tortilla. Top with diced tomato, avocado slices, and a drizzle of the dairy-free cheese sauce.

Step 10

Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll from one end to the other. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2019.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1766.9

Total Fat 60.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5227.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 263.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 49.0g	0%
Total Sugars 27.5g
Protein 57.3g	0%

Vitamin D 75.0IU	0%
Calcium 946.6mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 1831.9mg	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: 29.7%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 57.8%