Cheesy Bean and Rice Burrito

If you're craving a hearty, satisfying, and easy meal, this cheesy bean and rice burrito is your perfect go-to! Packed with flavor, it features a mix of refried beans, seasoned rice, and a homemade creamy jalapeño sauce that takes it to the next level. Whether you're meal-prepping for busy weeknights or whipping up a quick lunch, this burrito is an excellent choice.

Author: Balancing Bowls

Meal Type: Eggs Free

Cuisine: Mexican

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Servings: 6 Burritos

Calories: 505 kcal per serving

Ingredients

1 ½ cups - long-grain rice
½ cup - salsa
¼ cup - cilantro
15 oz cans - refried beans
6 ounces - Tex-Mex cheese
6 - tortillas
¼ cup - sour cream
1 tbsp - fresh or pickled jalapeños
1 tbsp - lime juice
½ tsp - paprika
½ tsp - cumin
¼ tsp - garlic powder
¼ tsp - onion powder
¼ tsp - chili powder

Instructions

Cook 1 ½ cups of cooked rice, then stir in ½ cup of salsa and ¼ cup of chopped cilantro. Set aside.
In a small bowl, mix together ¼ cup sour cream, 1 tablespoon diced pickled jalapeños, 1 tablespoon pickled jalapeño juice, ½ teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon cumin, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon onion powder, and ¼ teaspoon chili powder.
Warm 15 oz refried beans, then mash with a potato masher for a smoother texture.
Spread the beans, rice, cheese, and jalapeño sauce onto the tortillas, roll them up, and heat until golden brown.

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