Description
Cheesy Bean and Rice Burritos are a quick and easy vegetarian meal featuring seasoned rice, creamy refried beans, and melted Tex Mex cheese wrapped in large tortillas. Ideal for busy weeknights or on-the-go lunches, this dish combines tangy salsa, a hint of chipotle heat, and a creamy lime-infused sauce for a flavorful burrito experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Rice Mixture
- 1 cup long grain rice (basmati recommended)
- 1/2 cup salsa
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 Tablespoon lime juice
- 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely minced
Bean Mixture
- 15 ounce can refried beans (or 1 3/4 cups homemade refried beans)
Creamy Sauce
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 Tablespoons mayonnaise
Assembly
- 6 ounces shredded Tex Mex cheese
- 6 large tortillas
Instructions
- Cook the rice: Rinse the rice under cold water until water runs clear to remove excess starch. Cook the basmati rice according to package instructions, typically simmering in water for about 15 minutes until tender. Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork.
- Prepare the seasoned rice mixture: In a bowl, combine the cooked rice with salsa, minced chipotle pepper, lime juice, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly to ensure the flavors meld together.
- Make the creamy sauce: In a small bowl, mix together sour cream and mayonnaise until smooth. This sauce will add a tangy creaminess to the burritos.
- Warm the refried beans: Heat the refried beans in a saucepan over medium heat until warmed through, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Assemble the burritos: Lay a large tortilla flat. Spread a generous layer of the seasoned rice mixture in the center, followed by a scoop of warm refried beans. Drizzle some of the creamy sour cream and mayonnaise sauce on top. Sprinkle shredded Tex Mex cheese over the fillings.
- Roll the burritos: Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll tightly to enclose the filling completely, ensuring the burrito is secure for eating or reheating.
- Serve or heat: Serve the burritos immediately or optionally warm them in a skillet or oven for a few minutes to melt the cheese and crisp the tortilla slightly.
Notes
- Use homemade refried beans to control salt and fat content for a healthier option.
- Substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter, protein-rich alternative.
- Add chopped fresh cilantro or diced avocado inside the burritos for extra freshness and texture.
- To make it vegan, replace sour cream and cheese with plant-based alternatives and use vegan mayonnaise.
- Warm tortillas before assembling to make them more pliable and prevent cracking during rolling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 522 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 1242 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.01 g
- Carbohydrates: 65 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
