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Easy Tofu-Veggie Burritos

Easy Tofu-Veggie Burritos

Ingredients
 
  • 1 pkg. 6 whole wheat tortillas (burrito size)
  • 3/4 cup uncooked organic brown rice
  • 1 15 oz. can organic non-fat refried black beans
  • 1/2 lb. organic firm tofu
  • 1 small zucchini
  • 1 small carrot
  • 4-5 small white mushrooms
 
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Preparation
 

Quick Guacamole (optional)

Ingredients (use vegan versions):

  • 1 small avacado
  • 1/4 cup prepared salsa

Cook rice according to package directions. Heat black beans over low heat.

Cut tofu into 1/2" cubes. Chop zucchini, carrot, and mushrooms into bite size pieces. Blanch carrot in a bowlof water in microwave for 1-2 minutes to soften.

In a non-stick saucepan, saute tofu until browned. Set aside. In same saucepan, add zucchini, blanched carrot, and mushrooms. Saute until water has cooked off. Remove from heat and add tofu back in.

Quick Guacamole:Remove avacado from skin and mash. Add prepared salsa.

To assemble:Soften tortilla by placing between two sheets of paper towel in microwave for 10-20 seconds. Add scoop of black beans, rice, and tofu-veggie saute. Add guacamole, sliced olives, salsa if desired.

Alternatives:Substitute any of your favorite vegetables for the ones listed here. (These ones work well because they have a high water content and can be cooked without oil.)

 

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