Smoky Black Bean Burrito (Printable Version)

A filling burrito with smoky beans, colorful vegetables, and zesty toppings for a flavorful meal.

# Components:

→ Beans & Filling

01 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
02 - 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
06 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed
12 - 1/2 cup vegetable broth or water
13 - 1 tablespoon lime juice

→ Wrap & Toppings

14 - 4 large whole wheat tortillas
15 - 1 cup cooked brown rice (optional)
16 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
17 - 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
18 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or vegan cheese
19 - 1/4 cup sour cream or plant-based alternative
20 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
21 - 1 avocado, sliced

# Preparation steps:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
02 - Add minced garlic and diced red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until tender.
03 - Stir in ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper, coating the vegetables evenly.
04 - Add black beans and vegetable broth. Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, mashing some beans with a fork to create a creamy texture.
05 - Remove from heat and stir in fresh lime juice. Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary.
06 - Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
07 - Spread a layer of bean filling on each tortilla. Add brown rice if desired, then top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, and avocado slices.
08 - Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll tightly to enclose the filling.
09 - Serve immediately or grill seam-side down for 1 to 2 minutes to crisp the wrap.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The smoky spice blend gives cheap canned beans a restaurant quality depth that surprises everyone.
  • You can prep the filling ahead and assemble burritos in under five minutes when hunger strikes.
  • Its flexible enough to clean out your fridge or stick to the exact recipe without losing any flavor.
02 -
  • Dont skip rinsing the beans or the filling will taste metallic and the texture will be slimy instead of creamy.
  • Warm your tortillas every single time, cold tortillas crack the moment you try to fold them and ruin the whole wrap.
  • Mash only some of the beans, not all, so you get a mix of creamy and whole textures in every bite.
03 -
  • Toast your tortilla lightly before filling it, the slight char adds a layer of flavor most people skip.
  • If your burrito feels too wet, let the filling simmer an extra minute or two to thicken up before assembling.
  • Slice the finished burrito in half on a diagonal, it looks better and makes it easier to eat without everything sliding out the back.
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