Southwestern Veggie Freezer Wraps
These flavorful Southwestern Veggie Freezer Wraps are not only easy to prepare but also ideal for meal prepping. Packed with nutritious ingredients like brown rice, black beans, and pinto beans, they provide a hearty and satisfying lunch or snack option. With a medley of spices like cumin and garlic powder, paired with cheese for creaminess, these wraps are versatile—feel free to customize them with your favorite veggies or proteins. Perfect for those busy weekdays, simply pull one from the freezer, heat it up, and enjoy a delicious, healthy meal in no time!
16
Servings
200
Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
uncooked brown rice
1 cup (rinsed)
water
4 cups (none)
southwest seasoning
1 (4 ounce) package (none)
black beans
4 (15 ounce) cans (drained and rinsed)
pinto beans
2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans (drained and rinsed)
whole kernel corn
1 (10 ounce) can (drained)
salsa
1 (10 ounce) jar (none)
flour tortillas
16 (10-inch) (none)
cumin
1 teaspoon (none)
salt
to taste (none)
pepper
to taste (none)
garlic powder
1 teaspoon (none)
oregano
1 teaspoon (none)
onion
1 medium (chopped)
cheddar cheese
1 cup (shredded)
monterey jack cheese
1 cup (shredded)
Instructions
Nutrition Information
3.4g
Fat
37.5g
Carbs
8.5g
Protein
5.5g
Fiber
1.25g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Southwestern Veggie Freezer Wraps?
They are a flavorful, vegetarian meal prep option filled with brown rice, beans, corn, and spices, designed to be frozen and reheated.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 16 servings.
How many calories are in one Southwestern Veggie Freezer Wrap?
Each wrap contains approximately 200 calories.
Is this recipe vegetarian?
Yes, this recipe is tagged as vegetarian.
How much protein is in each serving?
Each serving contains 8.5g of protein.
What is the fiber content per wrap?
There are 5.5g of fiber in each serving.
How much fat is in one wrap?
There is 3.4g of fat per serving.
What are the primary carbohydrates in this recipe?
The carbohydrates, totaling 37.5g per serving, come primarily from brown rice, beans, and flour tortillas.
What type of rice is used?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of uncooked brown rice, which should be rinsed.
How many cans of black beans are needed?
You will need 4 (15 ounce) cans of black beans, drained and rinsed.
How many cans of pinto beans are required?
The recipe requires 2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans of pinto beans, drained and rinsed.
What size tortillas should I use for these wraps?
You should use 16 (10-inch) flour tortillas.
What kind of cheese is included in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 1 cup of shredded monterey jack cheese.
Is there corn in these wraps?
Yes, the recipe includes 1 (10 ounce) can of drained whole kernel corn.
How much salsa is used?
The recipe calls for 1 (10 ounce) jar of salsa.
What is the amount of sugar in each serving?
There is 1.25g of sugar per serving.
How much southwest seasoning is required?
You will need 1 (4 ounce) package of southwest seasoning.
Which individual spices are added to the mix?
In addition to the seasoning packet, the recipe uses cumin, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
How much cumin is used in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of cumin.
How much garlic powder is used?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of garlic powder.
How much oregano is used?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of oregano.
How is the onion prepared?
You should use 1 medium onion, chopped.
Can these wraps be customized?
Yes, you can customize them with your favorite vegetables or additional proteins.
What food category do these wraps belong to?
They are categorized under Lunch/Snacks.
How many total ingredients are used?
There are 16 total ingredients in this recipe.
Is this a good meal prep recipe?
Yes, it is specifically tagged for meal prep and freezer meals.
Are these wraps healthy?
Yes, they are described as a nutritious and heart-healthy meal option.
How much water is needed to cook the rice?
The recipe specifies 4 cups of water for the rice.
What should I do before freezing the wraps?
While instructions are abbreviated, generally you would assemble the ingredients into the tortillas and then wrap them for the freezer.
How do you prepare the beans for the wraps?
The black beans and pinto beans should be drained and rinsed before use.