15 Minute Black Bean and Spinach Burritos Recipe
A quick and flavorful vegetarian burrito recipe featuring sautéed black beans, corn, and spinach, combined with warm spices and melted cheese, all wrapped in a soft flour tortilla. Ready in just 15 minutes, perfect for a nutritious lunch or dinner.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Produce
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup onion (diced)
- 1 1/2 cups spinach (packed, approximately 2–3 oz, chopped)
Canned Goods
- 1 1/2 cups black beans (or 1 can drained)
- 1 1/2 cups corn (or 1 can drained)
Dairy
- 1 1/4 – 1 1/2 cups finely shredded cheese (cheddar, pepper jack, monterey jack, or a mixture)
Pantry
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 large flour tortillas
Instructions
- Heat and sauté aromatics: Heat olive oil in a sauté pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and diced onion, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.
- Add spinach: Quickly chop the spinach if not done already, then add it to the pan. Sauté for another 1-2 minutes until the spinach wilts down.
- Add beans and corn: Stir in the black beans and corn, continuing to sauté for 5-6 minutes to heat everything through and blend the flavors.
- Season and add cheese: Reduce the heat to medium-low and add paprika, cumin, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix well. Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the mixture and stir gently until the cheese melts and combines into the filling.
- Warm tortillas: Place the flour tortillas on a plate. Dampen a paper towel and place one on top of each tortilla. Microwave for 20 seconds to steam and soften the tortillas, making them more pliable for wrapping.
- Assemble burritos: Put one tortilla on a plate or cutting board. Scoop two to three large spoonfuls of the filling onto the center of the tortilla.
- Wrap the burrito: Fold in each side of the tortilla over the filling toward the center. Then, fold up the bottom edge over the filling, tucking it under to secure. Keep the sides folded in, and continue rolling the burrito tightly until completely wrapped.
- Serve: Serve the burritos warm with your favorite condiments such as hot sauce, lime juice, or salsa verde for extra flavor.
Notes
- Use canned beans and corn for convenience, but rinse and drain to reduce sodium.
- Substitute cheese varieties based on preference or dietary restrictions.
- For a vegan version, omit cheese or use dairy-free cheese alternative.
- Microwaving the tortillas softens them and prevents cracking when rolling.
- Feel free to add other fillings like avocado, tomatoes, or jalapeños for extra flavor.
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