Heart-Healthy Vegetable Burrito
Fuel your body and satisfy your taste buds with this Heart-Healthy Vegetable Burrito! Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like black beans, quinoa, spinach, and avocado, this vibrant wrap is as good for your heart as it is for your palate. The combination of sautéed bell peppers and zucchini, seasoned with a hint of cumin and chili powder, adds a savory warmth to every bite. Fresh lime juice, cilantro, and juicy cherry tomatoes provide a zesty, refreshing finish. Encased in a soft, whole wheat tortilla, this burrito is perfect for a wholesome lunch, post-workout meal, or nutritious meal prep. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy way to enjoy the benefits of plant-based eating while indulging in bold, satisfying flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Whole wheat tortillas
- 1 cup Cooked quinoa
- 1 cup Black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 medium Bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium Zucchini, diced
- 0.5 medium Red onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups Spinach leaves
- 1 large Avocado, sliced
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
Add the garlic, red onion, and bell pepper to the skillet, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the zucchini, cumin powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 4-5 minutes until the zucchini is tender.
Mix in the black beans and cooked quinoa. Cook for 2 minutes to warm through, then remove from heat.
Warm the whole wheat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for a few seconds to make them pliable.
Lay each tortilla on a flat surface. Add a layer of spinach leaves, followed by the cooked vegetable mixture, cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, and a squeeze of lime juice.
Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the top for added flavor.
Gently roll the tortilla into a burrito, tucking in the ends as you roll.
Serve immediately, or wrap in foil for meal prep. Enjoy your heart-healthy vegetable burrito!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1645 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.8 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2607 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 231.6 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 58.0 g | 207% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.1 g | ||
| Protein | 53.2 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 504 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 20.4 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 4202 mg | 89% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
