Spicy Black Bean Burritos

⏱ 23 mins 🍽 6 burritos, 6-8 serving(s) 🌶 mexican 🏷 Low Cholesterol

These satisfying burritos feature a zesty filling of black beans, corn, and spices, all wrapped in a warm whole wheat tortilla. The recipe comes together quickly, making it an ideal choice for a speedy weeknight dinner. You can customise each burrito with your preferred toppings for a personalised touch. This dish is categorised as low in cholesterol.

Spicy Black Bean Burritos

Ingredients

  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 red pepper
  • 1 onion
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • 19 ounces black beans
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne (or more if you like more kick)
  • 1/2 cup frozen corn kernels
  • 1/2 cup coriander, chopped (you can also use parsley)
  • 2 tablespoons salsa (optional)
  • 1/2 lime, juiced
  • 6 whole wheat tortillas, small

Method

  1. Finely mince the garlic cloves. Remove the core and seeds from the red pepper, then chop it coarsely. Finely chop the onion. Add the vegetable oil to a large frying pan and place it over medium heat. Cook the garlic, pepper, and onion, stirring frequently, for about 4 minutes until the onion begins to soften.
  2. While that cooks, rinse and drain the black beans. Combine the chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano leaves, salt, and cayenne. Add the beans and frozen corn kernels to the pan. Sprinkle the spice mixture over the top. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring now and then, until everything is hot. Mix in the chopped coriander and salsa if using. Pour the lime juice over the filling and stir to combine.
  3. Warm the small whole wheat tortillas. Place a portion of the warm bean filling down the centre of each tortilla. Add any toppings you like. Fold the tortilla around the filling to create a burrito and serve immediately.
  4. To warm the tortillas, you can wrap them in foil and heat in a preheated oven at 350 until warm. Alternatively, stack them on a paper towel and microwave on high for 30 seconds.
  5. Suggested toppings for your burritos include grated light Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, and light sour cream or yogurt.

Nutrition (per serving)

Sodium671400 mg

Recipe details

CategoryLow Cholesterol
Cuisinemexican
Authorkeeneyfb