These burritos are high in flavor and easy to make

Recipe Source: Deliciously Healthy Dinners

Prep time Cook time Yields Serving Size

20 minutes 5 minutes 12 servings 1 burrito

Ingredients

1/4 C scallions (green onions), rinsed and sliced into 1/4-inch wide circles, including green tops

1/4 C celery, rinsed and finely diced

1 1/4 C frozen yellow corn

1/2 ripe avocado, peeled and diced

2 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (or substitute 2 tsp dried coriander)

1 can (15 1/2 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed

1/4 C reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese

1/4 C salsa or taco sauce (look for lowest sodium version)

12 (9-inch) whole-wheat tortillas

Nutrition Facts 

Calories 189

Total fat 3 g

Saturated fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 257 mg

Total fiber 3 g

Protein 8 g

Carbohydrates 34 g

Potassium 204 mg

Directions

1, Preheat oven to 350 °F.

2, Combine scallions, celery, and corn in a small saucepan.  Add just enough water to cover. 

3, Cover, bring to a boil, and reduce heat to medium.  Simmer for 5 minutes, until vegetables soften.  Drain vegetables.  Set aside to cool.

4, Combine avocado, cilantro, and beans in a large mixing bowl.  Add cheese and salsa, and mix.

5, When corn mixture has cooled slightly, add to avocado mixture.

6, In a large nonstick pan over medium heat, warm each tortilla about 15 seconds on each side.  Place each tortilla on a flat surface.  Spoon ? cup of the mixture into the center of the tortilla.  Fold the top and bottom of the tortilla over the filling.  Fold in the sides to make a closed packet.

7, Repeat with the remaining tortillas.

8, When all tortillas are wrapped, continue heating in the oven 5 minutes, until all are warm and cheese is melted. 

Tip: Try serving with extra salsa on the side.

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