Vegan Bean and Cheese Burrito
These burritos are hearty, satisfying, and packed with so much flavor that nobody at the table will feel like they're missing out on anything. The filling starts with pinto beans sautéed with onion, bell pepper, garlic, cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika — partially mashed for a creamy texture that still has some bite — then layered with bright cilantro-lime rice and shredded vegan cheese before being rolled and toasted until golden. That final sear in the skillet is the move: it crisps up the tortilla and melts the cheese in a way that makes every bite feel indulgent. One of the trickier parts of plant-based cooking is building depth without meat or dairy, but the combination of smoky spices, vegetable broth, and fresh lime juice does all the heavy lifting here. The recipe makes four generous burritos, so it's a solid weeknight dinner that feeds the whole family without a lot of fuss. Sliced avocado and a squeeze of lime on the side take it completely over the top.
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4 servings
For the rice
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
For the beans
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 2 cans (15 oz each) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- ⅓ cup vegetable broth
- salt and pepper, to taste
For assembly
- 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
- 1 cup vegan cheese, shredded
- ½ cup salsa
For serving
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced (optional)
- lime wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the rice, water, and salt in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook until the water is fully absorbed and the rice is tender, about 18 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
- 2
Fluff the rice with a fork, then stir in the lime juice and cilantro until evenly combined. Set aside.
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