Description
This Bean and Rice Burrito recipe is a delicious and wholesome vegetarian meal featuring perfectly cooked brown rice seasoned with lime and cilantro, paired with savory black beans sautéed with onions and taco seasoning. Wrapped in warm tortillas and topped with fresh salsa and diced avocado, this burrito is both satisfying and packed with flavor. A quick and easy dish ideal for a nutritious lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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Rice Mixture
- 1 cup brown rice (uncooked)
- 1 lime, juiced
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Bean Mixture
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained
- ¼ cup water
- ½ yellow onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
Assembly
- 4 tortillas
- ½ cup salsa
- 1 avocado, diced
Instructions
- Cook the rice: Cook the brown rice according to the package instructions. Once cooked, fluff it with a fork, then stir in the freshly squeezed lime juice and chopped cilantro to infuse the rice with bright, fresh flavors.
- Sauté the onions: Heat the extra-virgin olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped yellow onion and sauté for about 5 minutes or until the onion becomes soft and translucent, releasing its natural sweetness.
- Add beans and seasoning: To the softened onions, add the drained black beans, ¼ cup water, and taco seasoning. Cook the mixture for another 5 minutes on medium heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through and well combined.
- Warm the tortillas: Slightly warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave to make them more pliable for wrapping.
- Assemble the burritos: Spoon a generous portion of the cilantro-lime rice and seasoned black beans onto each warm tortilla. Add salsa and diced avocado on top to add moisture and creaminess.
- Wrap and serve: Fold the sides of the tortilla and roll it into a burrito tightly. Serve immediately while warm and enjoy this flavorful, nutritious meal.
Notes
- You can substitute the brown rice with your preferred rice variety, including cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
- Gluten-free or grain-free tortilla shells may be used; just warm them first to ensure flexibility and avoid cracking when wrapping.
- Top your burritos with a variety of additional toppings such as cashew cream or vegan avocado crema for extra creaminess and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 2.5 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 62 g
- Fiber: 12 g
- Protein: 13 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
