Healthy Mexican Burritos (Vegan Recipe)
These Healthy Mexican Burritos are easy, filling, and full of flavor. They’re made with brown rice, black beans, a smoky chipotle enchilada sauce, fresh greens, and creamy avocado—all wrapped in a soft flour tortilla. Perfect for meal prep, quick dinners, or packed lunches.
6 people
Calories: 289kcal
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups cooked black beans or 1 can, drained and rinsed
- 1 ½ cups cooked brown rice
- 1 ½ cups enchilada sauce homemade or store-bought
- 6 large flour tortillas or gluten-free, if needed
- 1 ripe avocado sliced
- 2 –3 cups fresh greens like spinach, kale, or lettuce
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Make the filling:
- In a large skillet, mix the rice, beans, and enchilada sauce. Heat over medium until warm and combined. Taste and add salt if needed.
Warm the tortillas:
- Heat each tortilla on a skillet or comal for 15–20 seconds per side, until soft and flexible.
Assemble the burritos:
- Spoon about ½ cup of the rice-bean mix onto each tortilla. Add a few avocado slices and a handful of greens.
Fold and roll:
- Fold in the sides first, then roll it up tightly.
Optional step:
- For a crispy finish, toast the burrito on the skillet for 1–2 minutes per side until golden.
Notes
Variations: Swap brown rice for quinoa or cauliflower rice. Add roasted veggies like zucchini, bell peppers, or mushrooms. Try it with creamy jalapeño salsa or salsa verde instead of enchilada sauce. Add a little vegan cheese or cashew crema for extra creaminess.
Home-Cook Tips: Make a big batch of beans and rice on Sunday—this makes burrito assembly a breeze all week. Wrap leftovers in parchment or foil for grab-and-go lunches. Double the sauce and freeze half; you’ll thank yourself later.
Gluten-free option: Use large gluten-free tortillas or lettuce wraps. Storage: Keep burritos wrapped in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze (without avocado) for up to a month.
Nutrition
Serving: 1pieces | Calories: 289kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 830mg | Potassium: 681mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 2856IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 109mg | Iron: 4mg