These Rice & Bean burritos taste AMAZING, but are so easy to make! They’re also freezer-friendly, which make them perfect for an easy Dinner, Meal Prep or a Grab-and-go Meal.
I know, I know. Every time I see a recipe title with “the best” in it, I get a little dubious too. But guuuuuuuys, these Rice & Bean Burritos are SO. freakin. good.
Mostly because they use my 5 Ingredient Instant Pot Rice & Beans. But again, friends – don’t worry! I’ve created a stovetop recipe for this version, so everyone can get in on this goodness. I’m not even kidding when I say I have *literally* never had better rice & beans. And I eat a lot of rice and beans…
Honestly, you can just make the Rice & Beans, stuff it in a tortilla, and call it a day. However, I wanted to get a liiiittle more fancy than that. So I whipped up some zesty Fajita veggies in my sauté pan, and I also decided to add in some fresh Cilantro for a little extra flavor. Yum!
These burritos are so dang good, I would even consider eating them for breakfast. And I hardly ever eat savory food for breakfast at home! However, my friends Jasmine and Chris of Sweet Simple Vegan did create an epic Freezer-Friendly Breakfast Burrito recipe which is also challenging my sweet breakfast habit. So, you know, you have options.
Rice – while it’s optional, adding rice into your burrito can make it extra filling and provide a bit more texture. Use cooked white rice or swap for brown rice if you’re looking for some more nutrients. Avocado – another optional ingredient, but one we love to include for a bit of extra flavour and taste.
A Few Final Thoughts:
- This recipe is super versatile. Feel free to add in extra veggies, greens, or even vegan cheese!
- Personally, I would not add Avocado/Guacamole (it gets weird in the freezer — use it as a dip on the side instead) nor White Potatoes. Every time I freeze and thaw Potatoes, they take on a weird spongy texture.
- A lot of you asked me for healthy Tortilla recommendations – I will admit, they are hard to come by! I used these Sprouted Tortillas when making & photographing this recipe, but they did break apart some. I also wish they were a little bigger. Please leave a comment if you have a Tortilla that you love!
If you’re looking for more simple & tasty recipes, you’ll also love this Pasta with Romesco Sauce and these Sheet Pan Fajitas with Chipotle Lime Tofu!
Finally, if you make this recipe and decide to share it on Facebook or Instagram, don’t forget to tag me @FromMyBowl + #FromMyBowl! I love seeing your delicious recreations
The BEST Rice & Bean Burritos (Freezer-Friendly)
These Rice & Bean burritos taste AMAZING, but are so easy to make! They’re also freezer-friendly, which make them perfect for an easy Dinner, Meal Prep or a Grab-and-go Meal.
- Author: Caitlin Shoemaker
- Prep Time: 15 Minutes
- Cook Time: 45 Minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 Burritos 1x
For the Rice & Beans:
- 1/2 batch Instant Pot Rice & Beans, OR
- 2 cups Cooked Beans (any is fine, I used Pinto)
- 1 cup Dry Brown Rice
- 1 cup Salsa
- 1/2 bunch Cilantro stems, chopped
- 2 cups Vegetable Broth
For the Fajita Vegetables:
- 4 oz Baby Bella Mushrooms, sliced
- 1–2 Sweet Bell Peppers, diced (any color)
- 1 Small Yellow Onion, sliced into strips
- 1 tsp Chili Powder
- 1/2 tsp Cumin
- 1/4 tsp Cayenne
- Salt, to taste
For the Burritos:
- Rice & Beans, above
- Fajita Vegetables, above
- 1/2 bunch Cilantro leaves, chopped
- 5–8 Tortillas, depending on size
- If you’re not making your Rice & Beans in the Instant Pot, add all Rice & Bean ingredients to a medium pot, bring to a boil, cover, and let simmer for 40 minutes. Turn off the heat and Let stand for 5-10 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
- While the Rice is Cooking, saute your Fajita Vegetables. Add a splash of Water or Oil to a pan and cook the Onion over medium heat, until translucent.
- Next, add the diced Bell Peppers and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes. Once the pan is “dry”, add in all of the dry Spices and toast in the pan for 1 minute.
- Finally, add the sliced Mushrooms to the pan with a splash of water, and let them cook down until dark brown and small, stirring the Vegetables occasionally. Set aside until the Rice and Beans are ready.
- Assemble your Burritos by placing the Rice & Beans, Fajita Vegetables, and some fresh Cilantro leaves slighly below the center of the burrito. Roll your burrito up (see how I did it here), then wrap in parchment paper (see notes).
- Serve warm, or place in a freezer-safe bag for up to one month.
- REHEATING INSTRUCTIONS: If you do freeze your burritos, simply place them (parchment paper and all) on a microwave-safe plate and Microwave for 90 seconds. Flip the Burrito over, then Microwave for an additional 60-90 seconds.
- This recipe is super versatile. Feel free to add in extra veggies, greens, or even vegan cheese!
- Personally, I would not add Avocado/Guacamole (it gets weird in the freezer — use it as a dip on the side instead) nor White Potatoes. Every time I freeze and thaw Potatoes, they take on a weird spongy texture.
- I used these Sprouted Tortillas when making & photographing this recipe, but they did break apart some. I also wish they were a little bigger. Please leave a comment if you have a Tortilla that you love!
- Finally, if you plan on reheating these burritos, DO NOT wrap them in Aluminum Foil! It is not microwave-safe. I wrapped my burritos in this Unbleached Parchment Paper.
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FAQ
What’s the best thing to put in a burrito?
Are burritos good without rice?
What is burrito rice called?
Which rice is best for burritos?
Its versatility and ability to absorb flavors make Basmati rice an excellent choice for any burrito lover. Jasmine rice, with its fragrant aroma and sticky texture, is a popular choice for filling burritos. When I’m craving a delicious and flavorful burrito, Jasmine rice is always my go-to.
Is a burrito a healthy food?
The individual components of a burrito, such as beans, rice, onions, tomatoes, shredded cheese, and meat, are healthy foods. But, other ingredients, such as the six-inch flour tortilla, sour cream, guacamole, contain many calories.
Do burritos have rice?
Burritos are one of the most cherished comfort foods around. These convenient wrapped meals bursting with juicy meats, beans, veggies, and tons of flavor provide the perfect on-the-go meal or satisfying dinner. While the fillings and fixings can vary tremendously between different burrito styles, one ingredient that often appears is rice.
Is rice bad for a burrito?
Rice is just filler, and it’s completely unnecessary. “Rice dulls the flavor of the other ingredients, adds unnecessary calories and makes the burrito messier to eat,” San Francisco Chronicle food critic Michael Bauer recently told SFGate, and we agree wholeheartedly. Rice has no place in a burrito from a logical standpoint as well.