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12 Burrito Recipes That Prove Once And For All That Everything Tastes Better In A Tortilla
Burritos are the food equivalent of being swaddled up in a warm blanket on a frosty day, so our love for them is obvious — but it's possible to make our usual favorite burrito recipes even better with just a few ingredient changes. All you need are some tortillas, staple ingredients like rice, beans, and meat, and a little thinking outside the box to transform your burrito into something magical (ahem — mac 'n cheese burrito, anyone?).
These 12 burrito recipes are easy to make at home and make a refreshing change from your Chipotle go-to order. Whether you're a vegetable fiend or a cheese-loving carnivore, these unique takes on the Mexican meal are sure to please.
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Roasted Vegetable Burritos With Black Beans & Rice
Roasting vegetables gives them a richness that makes them a heartier addition to a burrito. The Kitchn uses broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, and onions for a vibrant wrap.
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Sweet Potato Burrito With Avocado Salsa Verde
Sure, avocado is great inside a burrito, but what about slathered on top? Cookie and Kate makes the perfect sauce for sweet potato-filled burritos by mixing creamy avocado with jalapeños and cilantro.
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Kale & Black Bean Burritos
Don’t get us wrong, we love our kale salads. But when you add them to a tortilla and a heaping portion of black beans, they only get instantly better. Thanks for the tip, Cookie and Kate!
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Fried Black Bean Burritos
A couple minutes in the frying pan gives A Beautiful Mess’ classic black bean burritos a satisfying crunch. If you’re trying to go healthier, bake them for a similar effect.
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Carne Asada Breakfast Burritos
No rice and beans here — The Crepes of Wrath’s Southwestern breakfast burritos are filled with fresh vegetables and perfectly marinated steak so you can start your day off on the right foot.
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Black Bean & Butternut Squash Burritos
Diversify your arsenal of butternut squash recipes by trying the wintertime vegetable in a hearty burrito. Oh She Glows’ version makes a comforting meal.
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Smothered Sweet Pork Burritos
Take a break from steak and chicken by trying pork as your main protein. Mel’s Kitchen Cafe slow cooks the meat for optimal tenderness.
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Spiced Zucchini & Rice Burritos
We take our vegetables very seriously, and Naturally Ella completely understands. Cumin, chili powder, and other spices take zucchini to the next level.
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Chicken & Broccoli Grilled Burritos
It may not be the first choice vegetable for a burrito, but broccoli adds some crunch to Taste and Tell’s grilled chicken burritos. After all, cheese and broccoli is one of the most perfect combinations out there.
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Chickpea & Sweet Potato Burritos
Chickpeas aren’t just for making your own humus. Healthful Pursuit uses them to add a refreshing twist to sweet potato burritos.
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Freezer Beef & Bean Burritos
For an easy make-ahead meal that you can freeze ahead of time, look no further than Mel’s Kitchen Cafe’s beef and bean burritos, brimming with gooey cheese and succulent meat.
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Chili Potato Burritos
We love chili. We love burritos. So it only makes sense that we put them together, right? We like the way you think, Taste and Tell.
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