Vegetarian Smothered Burrito

Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Vegetarian Smothered Burrito, a satisfying twist on a classic Tex-Mex favorite that’s both hearty and meat-free. Packed with a vibrant filling of sautéed onions, bell peppers, black beans, corn, and perfectly seasoned rice, these burritos are wrapped in warm flour tortillas, smothered in rich enchilada sauce, and baked under a blanket of gooey melted cheddar cheese. Ready in under an hour, this savory dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Serve these cheesy, saucy burritos garnished with fresh cilantro, creamy sour cream, and optional avocado slices for an irresistible meal that will please vegetarians and omnivores alike. Ideal for serving a crowd, this recipe is the ultimate comfort food for Tex-Mex lovers!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large, diced onion
• 1 medium, any color, diced bell pepper
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 cups cooked white rice
• 1 15-ounce can, drained and rinsed black beans
• 1 cup corn kernels
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 6 large flour tortillas
• 2 cups enchilada sauce
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup, chopped cilantro
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 optional for garnish sliced avocado

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add diced onion and bell pepper; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the cooked rice, black beans, corn, ground cumin, chili powder, and salt to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for another 5 minutes until heated through.

Step 5

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 6

Spoon about 1/6 of the filling onto each tortilla and roll it up tightly, placing seams down in a 9x13 inch baking dish.

Step 7

Pour the enchilada sauce over the burritos evenly, ensuring they are completely covered.

Step 8

Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously over the top of the sauce-covered burritos.

Step 9

Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve with sour cream and optional avocado slices.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2530.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3559.6

Total Fat 180.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 95.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g
Cholesterol 357.1mg	0%
Sodium 10605.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 391.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.8g	0%
Total Sugars 51.1g
Protein 130.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2706.7mg	0%
Iron 25.0mg	0%
Potassium 1903.4mg	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: 43.7%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 42.2%