Smoky Black Bean Burrito (Printable)

Hearty burrito with smoky black beans, veggies, and tangy toppings for a nutritious, satisfying meal.

# What You Need:

→ 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

# How-To Steps:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until softened, approximately 3 minutes.
02 - Add minced garlic and diced red bell pepper; 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 drained 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 lime juice. Adjust seasoning to taste as needed.
06 - Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
07 - Spread black bean filling evenly on each tortilla. Add cooked brown rice if desired, followed by shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, cilantro, and avocado slices.
08 - Fold in the sides and roll burrito tightly to enclose the filling.
09 - Serve immediately or grill seam-side down for 1 to 2 minutes to achieve a crispier wrap.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The beans are creamy and deeply flavored without any fussiness, and they come together in under 20 minutes.
  • It's the kind of meal that feels indulgent but leaves you energized, not weighed down.
02 -
  • Don't skip rinsing and draining your canned beans—the starchy liquid can make everything gummy.
  • Mashing some beans is the secret to getting that creamy texture without needing cream or dairy; the starches do the work for you.
03 -
  • If you're making these ahead, keep the filling separate from the tortillas and assemble them fresh—they stay better this way.
  • A quick sear of the finished burrito seam-side down gives you a crispy exterior that feels fancier than it is.
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