Colorful Burrito

About 2 weeks ago I had a huge craving for a burrito.  I had made a breakfast burrito, but I found I wanted something more.  On a Monday afternoon, while on the treadmill, watching The Food Network, I dreamed up a vegetarian burrito packed with many different colors.

It started off with the red rice I bought when I was in Boston.
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My main vegetable layer was with broccoli for that great green color, and then Portobello mushrooms, which although are brown and not some eye popping color, give a great flavor.
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I cooked up the mushrooms and broccoli, along with some onions, but did not add much for seasoning because I knew I was adding some elsewhere.  I mostly used black pepper and crushed red pepper here.
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My next layer was my main protein source.  I cooked up some black beans with some corn (used up the last of my frozen corn) and then added some Spanish paprika.
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By the time all the veggies and beans were done cooking, my rice cooker had done it’s job and the rice was ready to go.
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I started with the rice, then added some beans.  I did use my low carb sample tortillas, although I was nervous they would crack.  The low carb tortillas don’t hold up as well as the regular product, at least not in my experience.
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Then I added in the veggie layer.
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To top it all off, I added a little shredded cheese and then rolled up the burrito.  At the last minute I used foil to help the burrito from falling apart.
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This was the perfect burrito, packed with so many nutrients and colors.  It definitely hit the spot.

QUESTIONS:  What is the most colorful dish you prepare?  What should I try in my burritos next time?

5 comments:

Kristen (swanky dietitian) said...

This looks excellent. I love making burritos!

I thought I was the only one who watched Food Network while on the treadmill. hehe.

Biz said...

Second that - I watch FoodTV while working out too!

Melinda, I think you would love these - I got the recipe from Veronica so I am steering you to her site - these are hands down the best "refried" beans I've ever made.

http://reciperhapsody.wordpress.com/2010/05/25/crockpot-refried-beans/

Simply Life said...

Oh that looks delicious- I love burritos! I always add tons of salsa to mine!

Gina; The Candid RD said...

Nick and I add broccoli to EVERYTHING! I actually plan on making a burrito with refried beans, spinach, and tomato, and broccoli tonight! Yum, can't wait. Of course I'll need a TON of Beano for this meal....

Nicole, RD said...

That is colorful, especially for a burrito! Mmmm! I think the last colorful dish I prepared was a veggie soup...so good!

I love avocado in my burrito...must have!

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