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High Protein Burritos

These high protein burritos are a quick and healthy weeknight meal, perfect for busy families craving something hearty.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces whole wheat tortillas or any tortillas you have on hand
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed use Tesco’s for a budget option
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice if you prefer
  • 1 cup corn frozen works well
  • 1 piece red bell pepper, chopped keeping an eye on tricky toddlers
  • 1 tsp cumin for flavor
  • Salt and pepper to taste not too much!
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt can be swapped for sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheese preferably cheddar
  • Optional: hot sauce for spice lovers
  • Fresh cilantro optional garnish

Method
 

Prep the Quinoa
  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water and then cook it according to package instructions.
Chop and Sauté
  1. In a pan, sauté the bell pepper in a bit of oil over medium heat until soft.
Combine Everything
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine black beans, quinoa, corn, sautéed bell pepper, cumin, and season with salt and pepper.
Assemble the Burritos
  1. Take a tortilla, put a generous scoop of your filling in the center, add a dollop of Greek yogurt and a sprinkle of cheese, then fold it like a burrito.
Grill Those Bad Boys!
  1. Heat a skillet and grill the burritos seam side down for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown, then flip and repeat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgFiber: 12gSugar: 3g

Notes

Serve in mismatched bowls with sides of tortilla chips and salsa or guacamole. Burritos can be stored in lunchboxes for next-day meals. Cleanup takes roughly 5-15 minutes depending on organization.
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