Spinach Burritos

Savor the vibrant flavors of these easy and nutritious Spinach Burritos, a perfect weeknight dinner bursting with wholesome ingredients! This vegetarian recipe combines sautéed fresh spinach, protein-packed black beans, and a fragrant blend of cumin, chili powder, and garlic for a delightfully seasoned filling. Wrapped in warm flour tortillas and topped with melted cheddar cheese, these burritos are as comforting as they are satisfying. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is ideal for busy schedules, offering a healthy alternative to takeout with minimal prep time. Serve with creamy sour cream and zesty salsa for an elevated finishing touch. Perfect for vegetarians and anyone looking for a quick, delicious meal, these Spinach Burritos are sure to become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 8 cups fresh spinach, rinsed and chopped
• 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 flour tortillas (10-inch)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)
• 0.5 cup salsa (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring regularly, until wilted.

Step 5

Mix in the black beans, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through. Remove from heat.

Step 6

Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.

Step 7

Place a generous scoop of the spinach and bean mixture in the center of each tortilla.

Step 8

Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the filling.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Serve warm with sour cream and salsa on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1697.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2421.4

Total Fat 108.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 181.1mg	0%
Sodium 4993.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 261.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 50.4g	0%
Total Sugars 20.5g
Protein 99.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1902.0mg	0%
Iron 31.1mg	0%
Potassium 4474.4mg	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: 40.3%

Protein: 16.5%

Carbs: 43.2%