Make-Ahead Mexican Rollups


October 19, 2023

Tortilla rollup filled with beans, corn, rice, and salsa

Recipe Source: https://extension.umaine.edu/food-health/recipes/make-ahead-mexican-rollups/

Ingredients

  • 1 (15-oz) can beans of choice (black, pinto, chili, etc.)
  • 2 cups frozen corn
  • 3 cups brown rice, cooked
  • 2 cups cheese of choice (cheddar, Monterey jack, or hot pepper), shredded
  • 12 (8-inch) whole wheat tortillas
  • 1 cup salsa

Recipe Directions

  • Drain and rinse beans. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Thaw frozen corn. Drain, rinse, and add to bowl.
  • Add rice, cheese, and salsa into bowl. Mix well.
  • Add ½ cup of the mixture each tortilla. Fold the sides of the tortilla to hold mixture in place. Fold up the bottom, and then roll the filling up.
  • Wrap each tortilla tightly in plastic wrap. Freeze in a single layer on a cookie sheet.
  • Once frozen, seal wrapped burritos in a freezer bag to save space.
  • To reheat frozen burritos, remove plastic wrap. Wrap burrito in a damp paper towel. Microwave on medium power for 3-4 minutes.

Recipe Times

Preparation Time: 15 min
Cooking Time: 5 min
Total Time: 20 min

Recipe Facts

Servings: 12
Calories per serving: 230
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