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Black Bean Burrito Freezer Meal Recipe
Hannah Stewart
Our Black Bean Burrito Freezer Meals are a true embodiment of flavor, nutrition, and convenience. We start with wholesome ingredients, including protein-packed black beans, a medley of warm and aromatic spices, and an array of your favorite garnishes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 6
Equipment
  • 1 crockpot
  • 1 gallon freezer bag
Ingredients
 
 
  • 29 oz black beans canned, drained and rinsed
  • 12 oz bag frozen peppers and onions
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
  • 2 cups shredded cheese of preference
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 tbsp lime zest
For serving:
  • 8 medium tortillas
  • 2 cup rice uncooked, more if making burrito bowls
Instructions
 
Freezer Prep Directions:
  • Prepare a gallon freezer bag, labeling according to your preferred method.
  • Add all ingredients, except cheese, tortillas, and rice, into a freezer bag.
  • Seal bag, removing as much air as possible, and freeze for up to three months.
Slow Cooker Directions:
  • Thaw freezer bag in fridge 12-24 hours before cooking.
  • Dump contents of gallon freezer bag into slow cooker.
  • Cook on low for 3-4 hours.
  • Stir and add 1/3 cup bean mixture into tortilla. Add rice, and mozzarella cheese. Then wrap and grill on a skillet on the stovetop for a few min on each side.
  • Serve and Enjoy!
Instant Pot Directions
  1. Dump the contents of the freezer bag into the Instant Pot, add 1/4 cup water.
  2. Set to High Pressure for 15 minutes, then allow a 10-minute natural release followed by a quick release. 
  3. Stir and add 1/3 cup bean mixture into tortilla. Add rice, and mozzarella cheese. Then wrap and grill on a skillet on the stovetop for a few min on each side.
  4. Serve and Enjoy!
Dietary Adjustments
Make it Gluten-Free:
  • This recipe is naturally gluten-free.
 
 
Make it Dairy-Free:
  • Use dairy-free cheese and dairy-free butter.

Notes

  • The bean mixture for these burritos is great for nachos, bean dip, a bean salad, tacos, burritos, burrito bowls and so much more!
Keyword Bean Recipe, crockpot dinners, freezer meals, Vegetarian Freezer Burritos, Vegetarian Recipes
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