Yields: 4 servings
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 30-35 minutes
Ingredients:
For the filling:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
- 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel), undrained
For the burritos:
- 4 large flour tortillas (look for a vegan brand)
- 1 cup cooked brown rice (or rice of your choice)
- 1 avocado, sliced or mashed
- 1/2 cup salsa of your choice
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Optional: vegan sour cream, vegan shredded cheese, hot sauce
Instructions
Make the filling:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.
- Stir in the black beans, corn, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes more.
- Add the diced tomatoes with green chilies and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat and let simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Warm the tortillas:
- Warm the tortillas in the microwave for 10-15 seconds each, or in a dry skillet over medium heat until soft and pliable.
Assemble the burritos:
- Place a tortilla on a flat surface. Spoon about 1/4 cup of rice in the center of the tortilla, followed by a generous portion of the bean and vegetable filling.
- Top with avocado, salsa, and cilantro. Add any other optional toppings you like.
- Fold the sides of the tortilla towards the center, then fold the bottom up and continue rolling the burrito to enclose the filling.
Optional:
- Grill or sear the burritos: To give your burritos a slightly crispy exterior, heat a lightly oiled skillet or griddle pan over medium heat.
- Place the burritos, seam side down, on the pan and cook for a minute or two on each side until lightly browned.
Serve:
- Serve immediately with your favorite toppings like extra salsa, vegan sour cream, guacamole, or hot sauce.
Tips:
- Make it your own: Swap in your favorite vegetables, try refried beans instead of black beans, or use quinoa or another grain instead of rice.
- Get creative with toppings: Add pickled onions, shredded lettuce, sliced jalapenos, or other toppings for extra flavor and texture.
- Make it ahead: The filling can be made ahead of time and reheated for easy assembly.
