Black Bean And Plantain Burritos Recipe

Spice up your weeknights with these flavorful Black Bean and Plantain Burritos! This vibrant recipe, originally featured in the January 2009 issue of Vegetarian Times by Mari Kermit-Canfield, combines sweet plantains with savory black beans for a satisfying vegetarian meal. Elevate your burrito experience with a homemade mango salsa (recipe not included, but highly recommended!). Ready in under 30 minutes, these burritos are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun weekend fiesta.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 255.2 kcal
Protein 20g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Black Bean And Plantain Burritos

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How to Make Black Bean And Plantain Burritos

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 1/2 cup chopped red onion and 2 cloves minced garlic. Sauté until softened and lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in 2 ripe plantains, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened.
  4. Add 1 (15-ounce) can of black beans (rinsed and drained), 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 2 tablespoons chopped green onion, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce (or to taste), 1/2 teaspoon adobo seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  5. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the flavors to meld.
  6. Warm 8 corn tortillas according to package directions.
  7. Spoon the black bean and plantain mixture evenly into the warmed tortillas.
  8. Top with your favorite cheese (about 1/4 cup per burrito) and mango salsa, if desired.
  9. Roll up tightly and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

17g

Carbs

12g