An easy, nutrient-packed, vegan Lentil Spinach Burrito! So simple to make, satisfying, and great for busy weeknights.
This easy, 8 ingredient lentil burrito is a great meal for busy weeknights!
It is filled with lots of healthy plant-based nutrients that help keep us satisfied and energized.
Plus it is simple to make.
The ingredients and flavors are similar to my favorite Lentil Spinach Soup recipe, but this time in delicious burrito form!
We make this dish often because it is so simple, flavorful, and pleasantly filling.
Plus lentils are a great source of protein, fiber, and nutrients. (And not to mention inexpensive making it a budget-friendly choice.)
I also enjoy pulling the leftovers out of the fridge for quick snacks or as a protein-packed chip dip. Hope you enjoy as well!
For more inspiration, also browse all vegan lentil recipes.
Lentil Spinach Burritos
Ingredients
- 1 cup green/brown lentils (uncooked)
- 15 oz. can diced tomatoes
- 3 oz. baby spinach (or more)
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 onion
- 2 tsp. ground cumin
- 1 tsp. dried oregano
- 4 large tortillas
- Salt to taste
- Optional: 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
Instructions
- Cook lentils: pour about 4-5 cups water and lentils in a saucepan. Bring to boil, cover, reduce heat to low. Simmer for 20 minutes or until tender. Drain well in a colander.*
- While lentils are cooking, dice onion and mince garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium-high, sauté onion for 7-8 minutes.
- Add garlic, cumin, and oregano. Sauté for 1 minute.
- Reduce heat to med-low. Add cooked lentils and tomatoes with juice. Heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in spinach and let cook 1-2 minutes to slightly wilt. Salt to taste.
- Spoon the mixture onto tortillas, and top with more fresh spinach if desired. Roll up tightly, tucking in one or both ends.
Notes
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Carol
Made this today. It's good except it was mushy. I used a little red crush pepper. You can use same recipe with pasta.
Kaitlin McGinn
Hi Carol! Thanks for sharing!
Superior Papers
My kids just would not go near anything lentils. I will try out your recipe in hopes that they would start to consume it for the love of burritos.
Kaitlin | The Garden Grazer
Hope they enjoy!
Wendy T
I made this tonight - really good! It never made it to a tortilla, though - I ate it right from the pan!
Kaitlin | The Garden Grazer
So great to hear, Wendy! I like your style - just grab a spoon and dig in!