Lentil-Rice Burritos

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 1

Lentil-Rice burritos for a quick and easy meal

by The Chefin Mexican

Prep

5 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

380

Sugar

Fat

Lentil-rice burritos are a Mexican dish that has gained popularity in recent years, especially for people on vegetarian or vegan diets. They are great for a quick and easy meal on busy days, and can be made with simple pantry staples. This dish is perfect for those looking for a healthy, plant-based meal that is budget-friendly and can be enjoyed by everyone in the family. Enjoy your lentil-rice burrito in your favorite toppings and sauce, and serve hot.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, combine brown rice, lentils, onion, spices, and chicken broth.
2.	Bring to a boil and then cover and simmer for 35-45 minutes, until rice and lentils are fully cooked.
3.	Preheat oven to 350°F.
4.	Put tortillas in the oven for a few minutes just to warm them up and make them pliable.
5.	Assemble the burritos by spooning the lentil-rice mixture onto each tortilla.
6.	Top with shredded cheese, salsa, avocado, or any other desired toppings.
7.	Fold the bottom of the tortilla up, followed by the two sides, then roll it up from the bottom until the burrito is completely wrapped.

PROS

Lentil-rice burritos are a quick and easy meal that can be made with simple ingredients on hand.
They are also suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets.

By using whole-grain brown rice and high-fiber lentils, they are filling and can help satisfy hunger for a long time.

CONS

The burritos can be high in sodium because of the chicken broth.
It is important to read the label to choose a low sodium version if necessary.

As with any Mexican dish, they can be high in calories depending on the toppings added such as sour cream, cheese, or guacamole.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Brown rice is high in fiber, which helps promote digestion and has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and diabetes.
Lentils provide essential proteins and vitamins, including folate, iron, and magnesium, which help keep our heart healthy and increase energy levels. Vegetarians could benefit by choosing lentil-rice burritos as they are good sources of protein.

	1/2 cup brown rice , long grain is best
	3/4 cup dried lentils
	1 small onion , chopped
	1/2 teaspoon basil
	1/4 teaspoon oregano
	1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
	1/4 teaspoon thyme
	3 cups chicken broth