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Quick Bean and Cheese Burrito

Yield: 7 servings

Categories: Beans and Grains, Corn-Free, Easy, Egg-Free, Fast, High Fiber, Low-Fat, Low-Fat and Fast, Main Dishes, Soy-Free, Vegetarian

A quick meal that can be a life saver on those busy nights. Ingredients are simple and easy to keep on hand. Kids love these burritos.

Ingredients

7 flour tortillas , 10-inch (25cm) diameter

Filling:

3 1/2 cups (910g) fat-free refried beans , (two 16-ounce cans)

1/2 cup (115g) green chiles , canned, chopped (one 4-ounce can)

1/2 tsp (1g) cumin

1/2 tsp (2g) garlic powder

8 ounces (230g) reduced fat cheddar cheese* , shredded

Directions

Preheat over to 400°F (205°C).

Prepare filling by mixing refried beans, chilies, cumin and garlic together in a bowl.

Grate cheese.

Assemble burrito by spooning approximately 1/2 cup (130g) bean filling into the center of each tortilla and top with about one Tbsp of cheddar cheese. Fold in ends and then sides. Place burritos seam side down on baking sheets that have been sprayed with vegetable oil spray.

Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.

Serve with a dab of light sour cream and salsa.

* Allergy notes: The egg protein lysozyme is an unlabeled additive in some cheeses. People allergic to eggs should eliminate any cheese in this recipe.

Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380
Total Fat: 7g
% Calories from fat: 17%
Protein: 19g
Carbohydrate: 58g
Cholesterol: 7mg
Sodium: 968mg