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Vegetarian Burritos

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Vegetarian Burritos are hearty, flavorful wraps filled with beans, rice, vegetables, and seasonings. They’re satisfying, versatile, and perfect for quick weeknight meals, meal prep, or freezer-friendly make-ahead options.

Ingredients

  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans or pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 cup salsa or pico de gallo
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional)
  • 1 avocado or 1/2 cup guacamole (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and bell peppers; sauté until softened.
  2. Stir in corn, beans, rice, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes until warmed through.
  3. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
  4. Spoon the filling onto each tortilla. Sprinkle with cheese and top with salsa, avocado, and cilantro.
  5. Fold in the sides and roll tightly into burritos.
  6. Serve immediately, or sear burritos in a skillet for a crispy golden finish.

Notes

Don’t overfill tortillas to keep burritos from falling apart.Use leftover rice for convenience.Wrap burritos tightly in foil for meal prep and freezing.For extra protein, add tofu, tempeh, or more beans.Make them vegan by using plant-based cheese and omitting sour cream.

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