Flavor-Packed Kidney Bean Burritos
Enjoy these delicious and satisfying kidney bean burritos that are bursting with flavor! Made with sautéed onions, colorful bell peppers, and spiced with cumin and coriander, these burritos offer a delightful combination of textures and tastes. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a meal prep option, they can be easily adapted by using refried beans for a shortcut. Packed with wholesome ingredients and topped with your favorite salsa, these burritos are sure to become a family favorite while keeping your cholesterol in check.
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Servings
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Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Kidney beans
16 ounces (Drained and mashed)
Vegetable oil
1 teaspoon (For sautéing)
Onion
1/2 cup (Chopped)
Bell peppers (red or green)
1/2 cup (Diced)
Garlic
1 clove (Minced)
Ground cumin
3/4 teaspoon (Spice)
Ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon (Spice)
White pepper
1/8 teaspoon (Spice)
Whole kernel corn
1/2 cup (Drained)
Flour tortillas
32 inches (For wrapping)
Cheddar cheese
3/4 cup (Shredded)
Salsa
1 cup (For topping)
Instructions
1
Begin by placing the drained kidney beans in a medium bowl. Using a fork or potato masher, mash the beans until you achieve your desired consistency, either smooth or chunky.
2
In a small nonstick skillet, lightly coat the bottom with cooking spray or heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the chopped onions, diced red or green bell peppers, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onion becomes tender and translucent.
3
Add the ground cumin, coriander, and white pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine, and cook for an additional minute to enhance the spices' aroma. Remove the skillet from the heat.
4
Combine the sautéed onion and pepper mixture with the mashed kidney beans and the whole kernel corn. Mix until well combined.
5
Lay out the flour tortillas. Evenly divide the bean mixture among the tortillas, spreading it to the edges.
6
Sprinkle 3 tablespoons of shredded cheddar cheese down the center of each tortilla.
7
Carefully roll up the tortillas to form burritos, tucking the ends as you go. Place the rolled burritos seam side down on a baking sheet.
8
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and bake the burritos for 5 minutes, or until they are heated through and slightly crispy.
9
Once out of the oven, spoon salsa generously over the top of the burritos. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Flavor-Packed Kidney Bean Burritos?
They are a delicious and satisfying vegetarian meal made with mashed kidney beans, sautéed vegetables, and aromatic spices rolled in flour tortillas.
Is this recipe suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, these burritos are completely vegetarian, utilizing kidney beans as the primary protein source.
How do I prepare the kidney beans for this recipe?
Drain the beans and use a fork or potato masher to mash them to your desired consistency, whether smooth or chunky.
What vegetables are included in the filling?
The filling includes chopped onions, red or green bell peppers, minced garlic, and whole kernel corn.
What spices give these burritos their flavor?
The flavor comes from a blend of ground cumin, ground coriander, and white pepper.
How long should I sauté the onions and peppers?
Sauté the onions, peppers, and garlic for about 5 minutes or until the onion becomes tender and translucent.
Can I use cooking spray instead of vegetable oil?
Yes, you can lightly coat the skillet with cooking spray as an alternative to using a teaspoon of vegetable oil.
Do I need to cook the spices?
Yes, after adding the cumin, coriander, and white pepper, cook for an additional minute to enhance the spices' aroma.
Is corn used in this recipe?
Yes, half a cup of drained whole kernel corn is mixed into the mashed bean and vegetable mixture.
What type of cheese is recommended?
The recipe calls for shredded cheddar cheese to be sprinkled down the center of each tortilla.
How much cheese goes into each burrito?
Each burrito should contain approximately 3 tablespoons of shredded cheddar cheese.
What temperature should the oven be for baking?
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) before baking the burritos.
How long do the burritos need to bake?
Bake the burritos for 5 minutes, or until they are heated through and slightly crispy.
How should I place the burritos on the baking sheet?
Place the rolled burritos seam side down on the baking sheet to prevent them from opening during baking.
What is the final topping for these burritos?
Once baked, spoon salsa generously over the top of the burritos before serving.
Is there a shortcut for the bean filling?
Yes, you can use refried beans as a shortcut instead of mashing your own kidney beans.
Are these burritos heart-healthy?
Yes, they are described as a low-cholesterol meal option packed with wholesome ingredients.
Can I use both red and green bell peppers?
Yes, the recipe suggests using either red or green bell peppers for a colorful addition.
What kind of tortillas are used?
The recipe specifies using flour tortillas for wrapping the bean mixture.
How many garlic cloves are required?
You will need one minced clove of garlic for this recipe.
Is this recipe good for meal prep?
Yes, these burritos are a great meal prep option as they are quick to assemble and easy to reheat.
How do I ensure the burritos are crispy?
Baking them at a high temperature of 425°F for 5 minutes helps them become slightly crispy.
Can I adjust the bean consistency?
Yes, you can mash the kidney beans until they are completely smooth or leave them chunky based on your preference.
How do I roll the burritos?
Carefully roll up the tortillas while tucking the ends as you go to keep the filling secure.
What should I do with the corn before adding it?
The whole kernel corn should be drained before being mixed with the beans and sautéed vegetables.
Should the salsa be added before or after baking?
Salsa should be added after the burritos have finished baking in the oven.
How much oil is needed for sautéing?
The recipe requires only one teaspoon of vegetable oil.
What are the tags associated with this recipe?
The tags include burritos, kidney beans, healthy, low cholesterol, vegetarian, satisfying meal, and easy recipe.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 12 ingredients total including the beans, vegetables, spices, cheese, and salsa.
Is this a family-friendly meal?
Yes, these burritos are described as a satisfying family favorite that is easy to prepare on weeknights.