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This is a hand holding up a vegetarian burrito. The burrito is cut in half so you can see the stuffing. It has quinoa, peppers, black beans, jalapeno, onions, and cheese. A few rolled burritos are behind the hand on the cutting board as well.
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Vegetarian Burrito

You won't be missing the meat when you try these delicious Vegetarian Burritos. Packed with flavor & nutrition, these burritos are perfect for meal prep or lunch.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: burritos, vegetarian burrito
Servings: 4
Calories: 436kcal
Author: Jordan Smith

Ingredients

  • ½ cup quinoa uncooked
  • 15 oz black beans drained & rinsed
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • ½ onion diced
  • 1 jalapeño seeded and minced
  • ½ cup cilantro chopped
  • ½ cup cheese shredded
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 4 burrito tortillas
  • salsa and avocado for serving

Instructions

  • Gather all ingredients. Wash & chop accordingly.
  • Wash and cook quinoa.
  • While quinoa is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add olive oil to the skillet.
  • Add garlic and onion. Cook for about 3 minutes, until translucent.
  • Add bell pepper and jalapeno. Cook for about 4 minutes, until peppers are soft.
  • Add quinoa, black beans, and seasonings to the skillet.
  • Mix really well until everything is combined.
  • Sprinkle the mixture with cheese and cilantro. Let sit for about a minute, until melted. Turn off heat and let cool.
  • Lay out 4 burrito tortillas.
  • Separate the scramble evenly into the tortillas.
  • Roll into sealed burritos.
  • Wrap in foil and store in a sealed bag in the fridge or freezer.

Nutrition

Calories: 436kcal | Carbohydrates: 69g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Potassium: 550mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 3IU | Vitamin C: 57mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 34mg