Vegetarian Smothered Burrito

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Indulge in the irresistible Vegetarian Smothered Burrito, a hearty and flavor-packed dish perfect for dinner or meal prep. This recipe features a vibrant mix of ingredients, including seasoned black beans, tender rice, sweet corn, and sautéed veggies, all wrapped in warm flour tortillas. The burritos are generously smothered in rich enchilada sauce and topped with melted cheddar cheese for a comforting, cheesy finish. Ready in under an hour, this crowd-pleasing vegetarian meal is baked to perfection and garnished with fresh cilantro, creamy sour cream, and optional avocado slices for a burst of freshness. Ideal for satisfying cravings, it’s a go-to recipe that even meat-lovers will adore!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: 30 min
• Total Time: 50 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

16 items

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large, diced onion
• 1 medium, any color, diced bell pepper
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 cups cooked white rice
• 1 15-ounce can, drained and rinsed black beans
• 1 cup corn kernels
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 6 large flour tortillas
• 2 cups enchilada sauce
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup, chopped cilantro
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 optional for garnish sliced avocado

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

2. Add diced onion and bell pepper; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

4. Add the cooked rice, black beans, corn, ground cumin, chili powder, and salt to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for another 5 minutes until heated through.

5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

6. Spoon about 1/6 of the filling onto each tortilla and roll it up tightly, placing seams down in a 9x13 inch baking dish.

7. Pour the enchilada sauce over the burritos evenly, ensuring they are completely covered.

8. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously over the top of the sauce-covered burritos.

9. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

10. Garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve with sour cream and optional avocado slices.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (2473.1g)

Calories		3643
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		185.8 g	238%
	Saturated Fat	98.2 g	491%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	1.7 g
Cholesterol		357 mg	119%
Sodium		10083 mg	438%
Total Carbohydrate		408.4 g	149%
	Dietary Fiber	41.9 g	150%
	Total Sugars	47.9 g
Protein		127.7 g	255%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		2751 mg	212%
Iron		24.4 mg	136%
Potassium		2100 mg	45%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1672 cal (43.8%%)

Protein: 510 cal (13.4%%)

Carbs: 1633 cal (42.8%%)