Green Chile Calabasitas Burritos

Experience the ultimate fusion of flavor and comfort with these Green Chile Calabasitas Burritos, a vibrant vegetarian dish that’s simple to make yet bursting with Southwestern flair. Perfectly sautéed zucchini, corn, and smoky roasted green chiles are seasoned with earthy cumin and melted Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese, creating a rich, satisfying filling. Wrapped in soft, warm flour tortillas, each burrito offers a deliciously hearty bite, balanced with optional garnishes like fresh cilantro and tangy sour cream. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep, offering a wholesome, veggie-packed twist on classic burritos.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 3 medium Zucchini, diced into small cubes
• 1 cup Fresh or frozen corn kernels
• 2 large Roasted and peeled green chiles, diced
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
• 6 large Flour tortillas
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional garnish)
• 0.5 cup Sour cream (optional topping)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced zucchini to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender but not mushy.

Step 5

Mix in the corn kernels and diced roasted green chiles. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Season the mixture with cumin, salt, and ground black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.

Step 7

Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the vegetable mixture and allow it to melt while stirring gently to incorporate.

Step 8

Warm the flour tortillas on a skillet or directly over a gas flame until pliable.

Step 9

Spoon a generous portion of the vegetable mixture onto the center of each tortilla.

Step 10

Fold the sides of the tortilla inward, then roll it up tightly to form a burrito.

Step 11

Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling.

Step 12

Serve immediately, garnished with fresh cilantro and a dollop of sour cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1555.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1996.0

Total Fat 106.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 180mg	0%
Sodium 4857.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 212.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.3g	0%
Total Sugars 40.6g
Protein 70.0g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1475.8mg	0%
Iron 12.2mg	0%
Potassium 2797.2mg	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: 45.8%

Protein: 13.4%

Carbs: 40.8%