Spicy Black Bean Burritos Recipe

Name: Spicy Black Bean Burritos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Salsa:; 5 to 6 ripe chopped seeded plum tomatoes; 1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro; 1/4 cup chopped red onion; 1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce, finely chopped; 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 2 limes); 1/4 teaspoon sea salt or kosher salt; Burritos:; 1 cup hot cooked white rice; 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained; 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon salt; Tofu:; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 (8-ounce) packages extra-firm smoked tofu, cut into 1/4-inch strips; 4 (8-inch) whole wheat tortillas; 2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce; 1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream

Servings: persons

Salsa:
5 to 6 ripe chopped seeded plum tomatoes
1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce, finely chopped
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
1/4 teaspoon sea salt or kosher salt
Burritos:
1 cup hot cooked white rice
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
Tofu:
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 (8-ounce) packages extra-firm smoked tofu, cut into 1/4-inch strips
4 (8-inch) whole wheat tortillas
2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream

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For the salsa, combine all of the salsa ingredients in a medium bowl; refrigerate until ready to serve.
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For the burritos, combine rice, beans, onion, garlic, and cumin in a medium bowl. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon salt; set aside.
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3a. For the tofu, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu; cook 5 minutes or until heated through, turning once.
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3b. To use chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken, and saute 6 minutes on each side or until done. Cut chicken into into 1/4-inch strips.
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Spread 1/4 cup of rice over the bottom half of a tortilla, leaving a 1-inch border. Top rice mixture with 1/4 of the tofu or chicken, 2 tablespoons salsa, 1/2 cup shredded lettuce, and 2 tablespoons of sour cream; roll up. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Slice each burrito in half, and serve.
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Nutritional analysis with chicken: Calories 366 (37% from fat); Fat 15g (sat 5g, mono 6g, poly 1g); Cholesterol 51mg; Protein 19g; Carbohydrate 37g; Sugars 5g; Fiber 5g; Iron 3mg; Sodium 394mg; Calcium 109mg

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Salsa:, 5 to 6 ripe chopped seeded plum tomatoes, 1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro, 1/4 cup chopped red onion, and more.

Yes, Spicy Black Bean Burritos falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Spicy Black Bean Burritos

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