Brown Rice Black Bean Burrito

Description

Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1½ teaspoons chili powder
• ½ teaspoon cumin
• 3 cups cooked brown rice
• 1 x 15- to 16-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
• ½ cup chopped cilantro
• ¾ cup (6 ounces) shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• ¼ cup plain low-fat yogurt
• ¼ cup prepared salsa

Directions

1. Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
2. Add onion, garlic, chili powder and cumin.
3. Saute 3 to 5 minutes until onion is tender.
4. Add rice, and beans; cook, stirring 2 to 3 minutes until mixture is thoroughly heated; sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the mixture, stir well, and remove from heat.
5. Top each serving with 2 tablespoons cheese, 1 tablespoon green onion, and 1 tablespoon of either salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.
6. Serve with a small side salad of chopped organic romaine and mixed color cherry tomatoes.