Veggie Burritos

Savor the bold, fresh flavors of these easy-to-make Veggie Burritos, a vibrant and satisfying meal perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meatless meal prep. Bursting with seasoned black beans, fluffy rice, and sautéed veggies like onions and bell peppers, this wholesome plant-based recipe is spiced with cumin, chili powder, and a zesty splash of lime juice for a flavorful punch. Each burrito is wrapped in a warm tortilla and layered with crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, gooey melted cheese, and optional toppings like sour cream or salsa for a customizable finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, these vegetarian burritos are a delicious and nutritious way to enjoy Tex-Mex at home, packed with fiber, protein, and irresistible taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 medium bell peppers (any color), diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 4 large flour tortillas
• 2 cups shredded lettuce
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
• 0.5 cup sour cream (optional)
• 0.5 cup salsa (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and bell peppers to the skillet and sauté for 5-6 minutes, until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the black beans, cooked rice, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and lime juice to the skillet. Stir well to combine and cook for another 5 minutes to heat through.

Step 5

Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for 20-30 seconds to make them pliable.

Step 6

Lay a tortilla flat and layer the center with 1/4 of the veggie bean mixture, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, and optional sour cream or salsa, if desired.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.

Step 9

Serve the veggie burritos warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1724.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2451.4

Total Fat 99.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 180mg	0%
Sodium 3934.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 305.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.7g	0%
Total Sugars 21.6g
Protein 87.7g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1525.7mg	0%
Iron 16.7mg	0%
Potassium 2100.3mg	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: 36.3%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 49.5%