Rock ‘n’ Mole Veggie Burritos

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 3

Rock 'n' Mole Veggie Burritos recipe

by The Chefin Vegetarian

Prep

15 min

Cook

10-12 min

Ready In

25-27 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 cups pinto beans , cooked , to room temperature
	2 cups brown rice , cooked , to room temperature
	2/3 cup monterey jack cheese or 2/3 cup mild Mexican cheese , your choice
	1/2 cup pico de gallo ( homemade is best )
	1/4 cup fresh cilantro , minced
	2/3 cup mole , sauce ( homemade is best )
	6 whole wheat tortillas or 6 spelt tortillas ( 10-inch diameter )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

306

Sugar

Fat

8.8g

Rock 'n' Mole Veggie Burritos are a delicious and satisfying vegetarian meal option that will satisfy both your taste buds and nutritional needs at the same time. Made with a mix of brown rice, pinto beans, fresh cilantro, and melty cheese, these burritos are flavorful and filling. What sets this recipe apart is the mole sauce, a rich and complex Mexican sauce made with chiles, nuts, and chocolate that serves as the perfect complement to the burrito's savory filling. This recipe requires just a little bit of preparation, and it is perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or meal prepping for the week.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.	Combine the cooked pinto beans and brown rice in a large mixing bowl. Mix well.
3.	Add the Monterey Jack cheese, pico de gallo, and fresh cilantro to the mixing bowl with the beans and rice. Mix everything well.
4.	Warm the tortillas in the oven for a few minutes.
5.	Spread approximately 2 tablespoons of mole sauce over the center of each tortilla.
6.	Add the rice and bean mixture over the mole sauce, dividing equally between the tortillas.
7.	Fold the tortillas into tight burritos.
8.	Heat the burritos in the oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
9.	Serve the hot burritos topped with additional mole sauce, if desired.

PROS

This vegetarian burrito dish is high in protein, fiber, and vitamins, making it a nutritious meal option.

It is also a great way to use leftover beans and rice.

The homemade mole sauce adds a unique and delicious flavor to the dish.

CONS

This recipe requires the mole sauce to be homemade, which can be time-consuming.

Also, the dish may be a bit spicy for some palates.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pinto beans and brown rice are excellent sources of plant-based protein and fiber, which help to promote fullness and regulate blood sugar levels.
They are also low in fat and rich in vitamins and minerals, including iron and folate.
Cilantro is a natural detoxifier, while the spices in the mole sauce are believed to have anti-inflammatory benefits.