Burritos Red Bean

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these hearty and flavorful Red Bean Burritos, a comforting and protein-packed meal that’s as easy to make as it is satisfying. Filled with tender red kidney beans simmered in a blend of smoky paprika, cumin, and chili powder, these burritos offer a bold and savory punch with every bite. Layered with fluffy white rice, crisp shredded lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, and creamy guacamole, they’re wrapped in soft flour tortillas for the perfect handheld delight. Ready in just 35 minutes, these vegetarian burritos are a crowd-pleaser, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a zesty finish, and serve alongside your favorite salsa or hot sauce for an irresistible dining experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups (cooked) red kidney beans
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium (diced) yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups cooked white rice
• 6 pieces large flour tortillas
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 0.5 cup guacamole
• 0.25 cup (chopped) fresh cilantro
• 1 whole (for garnish) lime wedges

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes, or until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the cooked red kidney beans, ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and cook for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 5

Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.

Step 6

Assemble the burritos by spreading 1/3 cup of cooked rice in the center of a tortilla.

Step 7

Top the rice with 1/3 cup of the seasoned red beans.

Step 8

Add shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and guacamole as desired.

Step 9

Sprinkle fresh cilantro over the fillings and squeeze a small amount of lime juice for added flavor.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and fillings.

Step 12

Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for garnish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1942 grams (1942.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3065

Total Fat 143.70g	184%
Saturated Fat 55.10g	276%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.90g
Cholesterol 179mg	60%
Sodium 6902mg	300%
Total Carbohydrate 379.00g	138%
Dietary Fiber 45.30g	162%
Total Sugars 33.70g
Protein 98.50g	197%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1826mg	140%
Iron 26mg	143%
Potassium 3460mg	74%

*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: 40.4%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 47.3%