TROPICAL SQUASH AND BLACK BEAN BURRITOS

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The pineapple salsa in these hearty burritos gives you a taste of the tropics on a chilly day. Stuffed with black beans, butternut squash and spinach, they're a nutritious, delicious and fun dinner for any night. -Deanna McDonald, Grand Rapids, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 small butternut squash (about 2-1/2 pounds)
1 jar (16 ounces) pineapple salsa
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper
6 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches), warmed
2 cups fresh baby spinach

Steps:

  • Halve squash lengthwise; remove seeds. Place in a microwave-safe dish, cut side down. Microwave, covered, on high until soft, 15-20 minutes; cool slightly., Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine salsa and beans; heat through over medium heat, stirring occasionally., Scoop out squash pulp; place in a bowl. Mash until smooth; stir in seasonings. Spoon squash and salsa mixtures onto center of tortillas; top with spinach and roll up.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 692mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 15g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

Blessing Oghenemurhoko Addy Dickson
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These burritos are the perfect combination of flavors and textures.


Abdi Umer
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I would definitely make these burritos again.


keilerdavid herrera
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These burritos are a bit messy to eat, but they're totally worth it.


Adil Ahmed
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I love the creamy texture of the avocado in these burritos.


Thank U
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These burritos are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Marilynn Lopez
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I'm not a huge fan of black beans, but I really enjoyed them in these burritos.


YS SIMA
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These burritos are a great way to use up leftover tropical squash.


Marilyn Waterlilly
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I love the pop of color that the tropical squash adds to these burritos.


Melkiz Sarvel
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These burritos are so easy to make, even for a beginner cook.


Veronica Munindi
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I love that these burritos are made with whole wheat tortillas. It makes them a healthier option.


Ermal Bashaj
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The tropical squash and black bean filling is so flavorful and satisfying.


mh sayem
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I made these burritos for a party and they were a huge success.


Eimonye O Robert
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These burritos are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Kyle Tilley
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I love the combination of tropical squash and black beans in these burritos. It's a unique and delicious flavor combination.


Gam R.B. D
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These burritos were a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing, and the burritos were so easy to make.