Squash and Zucchini Burritos

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 medium yellow squash, diced (about 3 cups)
• 2 medium green zucchini, diced (about 3 cups)
• 1 onion, chopped (1 cup)
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
• 1 jalapeño pepper (seeded and minced), optional (1/4 cup)
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 (10-inch) flour tortillas
• 1 (15 ounce) can refried beans
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the squash, zucchini, onion, bell pepper, and jalapeño (if using). Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and slightly browned, about 15 minutes.
2. Stir in the black beans, corn, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
3. Warm the tortillas in a microwave or on a griddle until pliable.
4. Spread a thin layer of refried beans down the center of each tortilla. Top with the squash and zucchini mixture, cheese, and cilantro.
5. Roll up the tortillas tightly and serve warm.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 450
• Fat: 15 grams
• Carbohydrates: 60 grams
• Protein: 20 grams
• Fiber: 10 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Colorful and flavorful
• Easy to prepare and customizable
• Suitable for breakfast, lunch, or dinner
• Can be made vegetarian by omitting the cheese

User Comments:

• "These burritos are a delicious and satisfying way to enjoy a healthy meal."
• "The combination of squash, zucchini, and beans makes these burritos a perfect choice for a vegetarian dinner."
• "I love the fresh and zesty flavor of the cilantro and lime."
• "The refried beans add a creamy and cheesy texture to the burritos."
• "These burritos are easy to make and can be customized with your favorite toppings."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't like jalapeños, you can omit them or use a milder variety of pepper.
• To make these burritos gluten-free, use gluten-free flour tortillas.
• For a vegetarian version of these burritos, omit the cheese or use vegan cheese.
• To add more heat to these burritos, add a dash of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the vegetable mixture.