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Healthier Burritos

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

These healthier burritos are packed with fresh veggies, black beans, brown rice, and creamy avocado, all wrapped in a whole wheat tortilla. A light, satisfying, and flavor-packed meal that’s perfect for any day of the week.


Ingredients

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  • 4 large whole wheat tortillas
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 bell peppers, sliced (any color)
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 small zucchini, chopped
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1/4 cup low-fat Greek yogurt
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Warm tortillas in a separate pan or microwave until soft.
  2. Add olive oil to the skillet. Sauté garlic, onions, bell peppers, zucchini, and corn until tender.
  3. Stir in black beans, cumin, and chili powder. Season with salt and pepper. Add lime juice and mix well.
  4. If toasting burritos, lightly oil a separate skillet and preheat it on low heat.
  5. Lay a tortilla flat. Add brown rice, veggie-bean mix, avocado slices, yogurt, and cilantro in the center.
  6. Fold in the sides and roll up tightly. Toast seam-side down in the skillet until golden on both sides.
  7. Let burritos rest for a minute, slice in half, and serve warm.

Notes

  • Don’t overfill the burritos to prevent tearing.
  • Use smoked paprika for extra flavor depth.
  • Make extra filling to freeze for quick future meals.
  • Swap Greek yogurt with plant-based yogurt for a vegan version.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 burrito
  • Calories: 410
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 460mg
  • Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 58g
  • Fiber: 11g
  • Protein: 13g
  • Cholesterol: 3mg

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