Black Bean & Brown Rice Burrito
Ingredients
- 1 cup Carolina® Whole Grain Brown Rice
- 2 tsp vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 each minced garlic
- 3 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp ground cumin powder
- 1 can (15 oz.) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (11 oz.) whole kernel corn with red and green bell peppers
- 8 (8-inch) flour tortillas
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ cup light sour cream
- ½ cup salsa
Instructions
If you’re looking for a recipe that’s as tasty as it is versatile, you’ve come to the right place. Enjoy a hearty and comforting meal with this Tex-Mex style vegetarian burrito recipe. The best part about the filling is the slightly nutty flavor and chewy texture of Carolina® Whole Grain Brown Rice in combination with the black beans and salsa.
Step 1
Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add onion, garlic, chili powder and cumin. Saute 3 to 5 minutes until onion is tender.Step 2
Add rice, beans and corn; cook, stirring 2 to 3 minutes until mixture is thoroughly heated. Remove from heat.Step 3
Spoon ½ cup rice mixture down center of each tortilla. Top each with 2 tablespoons cheese, 1 tablespoon green onion and about 2 teaspoons sour cream-Sriracha mixture; roll up, top with a scant 1 tablespoon of salsa before serving.
Burritos for Days!
Oh, the delicious and versatile burrito, how we love you. There are endless ways to enjoy a burrito and this recipe is no exception. Our Tex-Mex Style recipe features black beans and Carolina® Brown Rice for a whole-grain twist.
You may already have most, if not all, of this simple recipe’s ingredients in your cupboard. All you need is flour tortillas, whole kernel corn, onion, garlic, cheddar cheese, sour cream, salsa, and a few spices and you’ve got yourself the makings for some delicious burritos. If you haven’t noticed yet, this recipe does not call for any type of meat so it’s a great vegetarian dish!
Burri-dos
Please DO personalize your burritos with your favorite fillings. It’s about impossible to go wrong with such a versatile meal. Some of our favorite add-ins are avocado, pico de gallo, Sriracha, and even some pickled jalapeños for some real heat.
If you’re looking for a Gluten Free option, try this recipe with corn tortillas or your preferred wheat alternative.
For those who don’t love tortillas so much, but do love the fillings, try our delicious Burrito Salad Bowl recipe.
Discover more recipes, tips and tricks like how to cook rice in the microwave by visiting our Cooking section. Need a new dinner idea? Try our: chaufa rice.
