Rice & Bean Burritos (Printer View)

Tender rice and hearty beans wrapped with fresh veggies and salsa in warm tortillas.

# Components:

→ Grains

01 - 1 cup uncooked long-grain white or brown rice
02 - 2 cups water
03 - ½ teaspoon salt

→ Beans

04 - 1 (15 oz) can black or pinto beans, drained and rinsed

→ Vegetables

05 - 1 cup canned corn kernels, drained (optional)
06 - 1 cup shredded romaine lettuce
07 - 1 medium tomato, diced
08 - ½ small red onion, finely chopped

→ Salsa & Toppings

09 - ¾ cup salsa (mild, medium, or hot)
10 - ½ cup shredded cheddar or vegan cheese (optional)
11 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

→ Wraps

12 - 4 large 10-inch flour tortillas

# Method:

01 - In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil. Stir in rice and salt, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 15–20 minutes until rice is tender and water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let cool slightly.
02 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, heat drained beans for 3 to 4 minutes until warmed through.
03 - Shred lettuce, dice tomato, and finely chop red onion. Prepare any optional toppings like corn and cilantro.
04 - Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for 10–15 seconds until pliable.
05 - Place one tortilla flat. Add ¼ cup cooked rice in center, top with ¼ of the beans, 2 tablespoons corn if using, lettuce, tomato, onion, 3 tablespoons salsa, cheese, and cilantro as desired.
06 - Fold in sides and roll tightly from bottom to form burrito. Repeat with remaining tortillas and fillings.
07 - Serve immediately or wrap in foil for a portable meal.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Affordable and filling for families or meal prep
  • Customizable for vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free diets
02 -
  • For gluten-free burritos, use certified gluten-free tortillas and check salsa labels.
  • For vegan or dairy-free, omit cheese or use plant-based alternatives.
03 -
  • Add lime or guacamole for extra flavor without much cost.
  • Swap brown rice or quinoa for extra fiber, or add tofu for more protein.
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