posted by Terrytx 04-14-102 10:10 AM
* Exported from MasterCook *
Zippy Black-Bean Burritos
Recipe By :Cooking Light Magazine. September 2001. Page: 164.
Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Meatless Sandwiches, Burgers, Wraps
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 teaspoons olive oil
3/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 can (10-ounce) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
1 can (15-ounce) black beans, rinsed and drained
4 flour tortillas (10-inch)
1 cup (4 ounces) reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
Fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the bell pepper, cumin, oregano, and garlic; cook 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in vinegar and tomatoes; reduce heat to medium, and cook 10 minutes. Stir in beans; cook 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
Warm tortillas according to package directions. Spoon about 1/2 cup bean mixture down center of each tortilla using a slotted spoon. Sprinkle each serving with 1/4 cup cheese, and roll up. Garnish with fresh
cilantro, if desired. Yield: 4 servings: (serving size: 1 tortilla).