Microwave Black Bean Burritos

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Makes

4 servings

Updated: Dec. 20, 2022
I found this recipe when searching for a quick and easy dish. After making it just once, we were hooked! The zesty flavor was a great surprise. —Amy Chop, Eufaula, Alabama

Ingredients

  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped green pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 3 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 8 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • Salsa and sour cream

Directions

  1. Place beans in a large microwave-safe bowl; mash lightly. Stir in the chiles, onion, peppers, oil, chili powder, garlic, oregano, cumin and salt. Cover and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes or until heated through, stirring once.
  2. Spread about 1/4 cup bean mixture down the center of each tortilla. Top with 2 tablespoons cheese; roll up. Place seam side down in an ungreased 11x7-in. microwave-safe dish.
  3. Cover with a damp paper towel. Microwave on high for 25-40 seconds or until heated through. Serve with salsa and sour cream.
Microwave-1,100 watt
This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.

Nutrition Facts

2 burritos: 534 calories, 19g fat (7g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 1057mg sodium, 71g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 6g fiber), 22g protein.