15-Minute Black Bean Burritos (Print Version)
Fast and filling, these burritos pair black beans, spinach, and corn with gooey cheese and easy spices. They're ready in no time and loaded with energy!
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups packed spinach (about 2-3 oz)
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1/8 teaspoon black pepper, ground
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2 flour tortillas, large
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1/2 teaspoon salt, kosher
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1 cup diced onion
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1 1/2 cups corn (drained if canned)
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1 1/4 to 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, monterey jack, pepper jack, or a mix)
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1 1/2 cups black beans (drained if canned)
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1 teaspoon cumin
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1 tablespoon olive oil
# Instructions:
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Put tortillas on a plate and cover each one with a wet paper towel. Microwave them for 20 seconds so they soften up.
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Toss in the black beans and corn, then let them cook together while stirring for about 5-6 minutes.
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Chop up spinach roughly and throw it into the pan. Cook it down for 1-2 minutes.
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Place filling in the middle of your tortilla. Fold the sides over the mix, then roll it up starting from the bottom. Tuck everything in tightly as you go.
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Lower the heat a bit and sprinkle paprika, salt, pepper, and cumin into the pan. Stir it all together, then sprinkle in cheese and let it melt.
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Spoon a few big scoops of the prepared filling into the middle of one tortilla. Flatten it out a little to make wrapping easier.
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Pair these with lime, salsa verde, hot sauce, or whatever toppings you like best!
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Warm olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Toss in the minced garlic and diced onion, stirring for 1-2 minutes.
# Notes:
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Make a freezer stash! Skip cheese when prepping the filling, let it cool, then add the cheese later before wrapping. Wrap tightly in both plastic and foil. They’ll last 2-3 months in the freezer.
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Reheating in the microwave? Unwrap and heat for 6-7 minutes per side until fully warmed. For a crispy exterior, toss it on a skillet for a few extra minutes!
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For oven reheating: Remove all wrapping and bake in a 400°F oven for 45 minutes on a baking sheet.
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Thawed frozen spinach works just as well—just give it a good squeeze to get rid of extra water.
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Got leftover chicken, pork, or beef? Toss it in for extra flavor!