Hi there! I’m Jenny, and I’m excited to share one of my favorite morning recipes: Black Bean and Veggie Breakfast Burritos. These burritos are packed with flavor and nutrients, making them a fantastic way to start your day. They’re hearty, satisfying, and perfect for those busy mornings when you need a quick and healthy meal.
I enjoy these burritos after my morning yoga session or as a weekend brunch treat with my family. They’re so versatile and easy to make, plus the kids love them too! The combination of black beans and fresh veggies wrapped in a warm tortilla is simply delicious and filling.
Number of servings: 4
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Total time: 25 minutes
Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 large whole wheat tortillas
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup baby spinach
- Salsa (optional)
Equipment/Utensils
- Large skillet
- Spatula
- Measuring spoons
- Can opener
- Knife
- Cutting board
Preparation Steps
- Heat the Olive Oil: In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
- Sauté the Veggies: Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes, until the veggies are tender.
- Add Garlic and Black Beans: Stir in the minced garlic and drained black beans. Cook for another 2 minutes.
- Season the Mixture: Add 1 teaspoon of cumin and 1 teaspoon of chili powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Warm the Tortillas: While the mixture is cooking, warm the tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave them for about 20 seconds each.
- Assemble the Burritos: Place a generous spoonful of the black bean mixture onto each tortilla. Top with sliced avocado, baby spinach, and salsa if desired.
- Roll and Serve: Roll up each tortilla, folding in the sides as you go. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin A: 25% of the Daily Value (DV)
- Vitamin C: 50% of the DV
- Iron: 15% of the DV
- Calcium: 8% of the DV
- Folate: 20% of the DV
These Black Bean and Veggie Breakfast Burritos are not only delicious but also a nutritious way to kickstart your day. They’re easy to make, customizable, and perfect for a quick, healthy breakfast. Enjoy!
Black Bean and Veggie Breakfast Burritos
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 bell pepper any color, diced
- 1 cup mushrooms sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 large whole wheat tortillas
- 1 avocado sliced
- 1 cup baby spinach
- Salsa optional
Instructions
- Heat the Olive Oil: In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
- Sauté the Veggies: Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes, until the veggies are tender.
- Add Garlic and Black Beans: Stir in the minced garlic and drained black beans. Cook for another 2 minutes.
- Season the Mixture: Add 1 teaspoon of cumin and 1 teaspoon of chili powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Warm the Tortillas: While the mixture is cooking, warm the tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave them for about 20 seconds each.
- Assemble the Burritos: Place a generous spoonful of the black bean mixture onto each tortilla. Top with sliced avocado, baby spinach, and salsa if desired.
- Roll and Serve: Roll up each tortilla, folding in the sides as you go. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin A: 25% of the Daily Value (DV)
- Vitamin C: 50% of the DV
- Iron: 15% of the DV
- Calcium: 8% of the DV
- Folate: 20% of the DV