Vegetarian Chorizo Burrito

Savor the bold, smoky flavors of our Vegetarian Chorizo Burrito, a plant-based twist on a classic favorite. Packed with crumbled vegetarian chorizo, hearty black beans, and tender rice, this burrito is elevated with vibrant red bell peppers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fresh cilantro. A splash of lime juice ties everything together for a zesty finish. The recipe is easy to follow, requiring just 35 minutes from start to finish, and offers a customizable serving experience with optional toppings like creamy avocado, sour cream, and shredded cheese. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner, these burritos are a delicious way to enjoy meatless comfort food with a spicy kick. Serve warm, wrap to-go, or freeze for meal prep!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces Vegetarian chorizo
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 unit Small onion, chopped
• 2 units Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups Cooked white or brown rice
• 1 can (15 ounces) Black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 unit Red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 unit Lime, juiced
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 4 units Large flour tortillas
• 1 unit Avocado, sliced
• 0.5 cup Sour cream (optional)
• 1 cup Shredded cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.

Step 3

Crumbled the vegetarian chorizo into the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly browned.

Step 4

Incorporate the cooked rice, black beans, and chopped red bell pepper into the skillet. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the mixture is heated through and the red pepper is tender.

Step 6

Add cherry tomatoes, fresh cilantro, lime juice, salt, and ground black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and remove from heat.

Step 7

Warm the flour tortillas in a separate pan over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side, or wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave for about 20 seconds.

Step 8

Assemble the burritos by laying each tortilla flat and spooning about a quarter of the chorizo mixture onto the center of each tortilla.

Step 9

Top with slices of avocado, and if desired, a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of shredded cheese.

Step 10

Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll up tightly from the bottom. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2208.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3265.6

Total Fat 157.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 180mg	0%
Sodium 4715.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 350.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 56.6g	0%
Total Sugars 27.8g
Protein 123.7g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1581.6mg	0%
Iron 28.0mg	0%
Potassium 4032.2mg	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: 42.7%

Protein: 14.9%

Carbs: 42.3%