Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 bag

whole wheat tortillas

2 cup

black beans

cooked

0.75 cup

corn kernels

2 tbsp

olive oil

1 tbsp

paprika

1 tbsp

cumin

1 tsp

rosemary

dried

2 cup

kale

washed, shredded

3 unit

vine tomatoes

diced

0.5 unit

red onion

diced

1 unit

jalapeno

diced, seeded (optional)

1.5 cup

cilantro

washed and minced

3 unit

limes

juiced

2 unit

avocados

mashed

1 unit

green pepper

diced (optional)

0.5 unit

spanish onions

diced (optional)

1 pinch

salt

Step 1
~2 min

Wash and dice the vine tomatoes, red onion, and jalapeno.

Step 2
~2 min

Combine half of the diced red onion, jalapeno, and cilantro with the diced tomatoes in a bowl.

Step 3
~2 min

Mix in the juice of 1 1/2 limes, add salt and pepper to taste, and set aside as pico de gallo.

Step 4
~2 min

Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.

Step 5
~2 min

Add paprika, cumin, and dried rosemary to the oil and mix.

Step 6
~2 min

Add the cooked black beans and corn kernels to the spice mixture and coat well.

Step 7
~2 min

Add salt and pepper to taste, cover, and stir occasionally for 10 minutes.

Step 8
~2 min

Scoop and mash the avocados in a bowl.

Step 9
~2 min

Add the remaining diced red onion and cilantro to the mashed avocados.

Step 10
~2 min

Mix in the juice of 1 1/2 limes, add salt and pepper to taste, and set aside as guacamole.

Step 11
~2 min

Transfer the bean and corn mixture to a bowl.

Step 12
~2 min

Add the kale to the same saucepan and sauté until slightly wilted (about 2 minutes).

Step 13
~2 min

Warm the whole wheat tortillas.

Step 14
~2 min

Assemble the burritos by layering the pico de gallo, guacamole, black bean and corn mixture, and sautéed kale on each tortilla.

Step 15
~2 min

Roll up the tortillas to form the burritos.

Step 16
~2 min

Optional: Place the burritos in a toaster oven or on a grill to toast them lightly.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a dash of hot sauce for extra spice.

Consider adding roasted sweet potatoes for more sweetness.

Adjust the amount of jalapeno to your preferred level of spiciness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The black bean and corn mixture and the pico de gallo can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of vegan sour cream or salsa.

Pair with a side salad for a complete meal.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican Rice
Guacamole and chips

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Burritos are a popular and versatile dish in Mexican cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Fiestas

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Weeknight Meal
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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