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Healthy Burrito Casserole

Healthy Burrito Casserole

A hearty, protein-packed vegan burrito casserole layered with black beans, quinoa, corn and peppers, then baked golden under a blanket of melty cheese. Comforting, filling and ready in about 35 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Choose Serving Size 6

Ingredients 

For the casserole:

  • 6 tortillas
  • 6 tbsp tomato sauce
  • 6 tbsp cheese grated; vegan or dairy

For the filling:

  • 3 cups black beans canned, drained
  • 1 cup quinoa cooked
  • ½ cup corn canned, drained
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 200 C (400 F).
  • Spray a baking pan with olive oil and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, combine all the filling ingredients.
  • On a flat, clean surface, lay out the tortillas and divide the filling between them.
  • Fold the tortillas into burritos and transfer them to the prepared casserole dish.
  • Top with the tomato sauce and cover with a layer of grated cheese.
  • Bake for about 30 minutes, or until golden on top.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze individual burritos for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave until heated through. Serve with avocado, salsa or a dollop of vegan sour cream.