High Protein Burrito

High Protein Burrito

Yields7 ServingsPrep Time15 minsCook Time25 minsTotal Time40 minsCategory, ,

Delicious Burrito recipe perfect if you are looking for a healthy and satisfying lunch/breakfast idea on your busy weekdays. This recipe can be meal-prepped and frozen making lunch a convenient part of your day! The Burrito is made with deliciously caramelized onions mixed with red pepper, courgette and black beans with a hint of smoked paprika. This High-Protein Vegan burrito doesn't compromise on taste or texture while providing a good amount of protein and flavour to keep you moving and getting on with your day for longer. ​

Ingredients:

Burrito Filling
 7 tsp tortillas (8 inch)
 1 white onion
 5 cloves of garlic
 1 red bell pepper
 1 courgette
 1 tomato
 185 g cooked quinoa
 1 can cannelloni or black beans
 400 g extra firm tofu
 1 tbsp smoked paprika
 1 tbsp chili powder
 1 tbsp cumin
 ½ tsp salt
 coriander, handful
Cashew Sour Cream
 70 g raw cashews
 60 ml water
 ¼ tbsp apple cider vinegar
 1 tbsp lemon juice
 ⅛ tsp salt

Directions:

Step 1
1

Take a medium-sized pan and spray some cooking spray to sauté the onion until translucent then add the rest of the vegetables and cook for a few minutes. ​
Add in the rest of the ingredients and mix well to combine.

Step 2
2

Make the cashew cream by adding the ingredients to a blender and blending all ingredients together.​

Pour the mixture over the burrito filling cooking in a pan along with the parsley and stir all together to combine.

Step 3
3

Divide the filling into 7 tortillas and wrap them up tight in some aluminium foil to store or serve hot with condiments of choice on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 burrito

Servings 7

Amount Per Serving
Calories 407
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g17%
Total Carbohydrate 46g16%
Protein 20g40%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.