Black Bean Spinach Quinoa Burritos
Yields: 5 burritos
 
Ingredients
  • ¾ cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 1½ cups water or vegetable broth, for cooking quinoa
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • ¼ cup low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
  • 5 10-inch tortillas
  • 4 ounces (approximately 1 cup) cheddar cheese, shredded (optional)
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400° F. [If you are making these ahead for the freezer, skip this step]
  2. COOK QUINOA: Combine quinoa and water (or broth) and cook according to package instructions.
  3. PREPARE BEAN FILLING: Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium high heat. Add onion and cook for 5 minutes, or until softened. Stir in chili powder and cumin and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add black beans, broth and garlic cloves, stir and cook until liquid has evaporated (2 to 4 minutes). Stir in spinach and then remove from heat.
  4. ASSEMBLE BURRITOS: Top each tortilla with ½ cup quinoa, ½ cup bean mixture and 1 ounce cheese. Roll up into burritos and wrap each in foil.
  5. BAKE in a 400° F oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until warmed throughout. Serve with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Notes
These are great for the freezer ~ just store uncooked burritos wrapped in foil in a freezer bag.
Recipe by Alida's Kitchen at https://www.alidaskitchen.com/2014/03/09/black-bean-spinach-quinoa-burritos/