Make a simple vegetarian burrito using leftover rice, beans and cheese. If you're looking for a simple bean and cheese burrito recipe, here's a basic Mexican recipe to start with. Add whatever extra spices and veggies you like, such as some cayenne pepper or chili powder for a spicier vegetarian burrito. A vegetarian burrito recipe doesn't have to be fancy to be tasty!
Ingredients:
1 15 gms can black beans, drained
1 1/2 cups prepared salsa
1/2 tsp cumin powder
1 3/4 cup leftover pre-cooked rice
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
shredded iceburg lettuce (optional)
approximately 1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
avocado slices (optional)
6-8 flour tortillas
Preparation:
- In a large skillet or frying pan over low heat, combine the black beans, salsa and cumin powder, stirring to combine. Add the leftover rice and allow to cook just until hot.
- Spoon the rice and beans mixture onto the flour tortillas, dividing evenly. Top each tortilla with some grated cheese, sour cream, lettuce, and two or three slices of avocado.
- Wrap your burrito and serve hot.
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