Mushroom and bean burritos are a delicious answer to that craving for something warm, satisfying, and wrapped in a soft tortilla. Packed with umami-rich mushrooms, fiber-filled beans, and a punchy spice blend, this version is wholesome, simple to make, and endlessly customizable.

For Lykkers who love bold flavor with a relaxed vibe, this recipe walks you through each tasty step to build your perfect burrito.

Part 1: How to Make Mushroom and Bean Burritos

These burritos are all about layers of flavor. You’ll sauté, season, and wrap everything into a soft tortilla for a meal that’s great fresh or made ahead.

The Ingredients You’ll Need

(Makes 4 burritos)

For the Filling:

Olive oil – 2 tbsp

Onion – 1 medium (about 100g), finely chopped

Garlic – 2 cloves, minced

Mushrooms – 250g, chopped

Cooked black beans or pinto beans – 250g

Ground cumin – 1 tsp

Smoked paprika – 1/2 tsp

Chili powder – 1/2 tsp (optional)

Salt – 1 tsp

Black pepper – to taste

Lime juice – 1 tbsp

Fresh cilantro – a small handful, chopped

Extras for Assembling:

Cooked rice – 200g (optional, for a heartier wrap)

Avocado – 1, sliced

Lettuce – a few leaves, shredded

Salsa or chopped tomatoes – 100g

Vegan cheese or plain yogurt – optional

Large flour tortillas – 4

Step-by-Step Process

Step 1: Cook the Aromatics

Start by heating olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. You’ll add the chopped onion and cook it for about 3 minutes, just until soft. Stir in the garlic and let it sizzle for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 2: Sauté the Mushrooms

Add your chopped mushrooms to the pan and give them a good stir. Let them cook for 5–7 minutes. You’ll notice the mushrooms release moisture—keep cooking until that liquid evaporates and they start to brown.

Step 3: Season and Simmer

Now you’ll stir in the cumin, paprika, chili powder (if using), salt, and black pepper. Let the spices toast for a minute, then toss in the beans. If you’re using canned beans, make sure they’re drained and rinsed.

Add a splash of water (about 2 tbsp) to help the mixture come together and simmer for another 3–4 minutes. Finally, stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro, then remove from the heat.

Step 4: Warm the Tortillas

You can heat your tortillas in a dry pan for about 20 seconds per side or wrap them in foil and place them in a warm oven for a few minutes. This helps them stay flexible and easy to roll.

Step 5: Assemble Your Burritos

Lay out a tortilla and start layering: spoon in a bit of rice (if using), add the mushroom-bean filling, a few avocado slices, shredded lettuce, salsa, and a touch of vegan cheese or yogurt if you like.

Now fold the sides in, then roll tightly from the bottom up to seal your burrito. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.

Step 6: Serve or Toast

You can eat them fresh and soft, or for extra texture, toast each burrito in a hot skillet for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and slightly crisp.

Step-by-Step Process

Step 1: Cook the Aromatics

Start by heating olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. You’ll add the chopped onion and cook it for about 3 minutes, just until soft. Stir in the garlic and let it sizzle for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 2: Sauté the Mushrooms

Add your chopped mushrooms to the pan and give them a good stir. Let them cook for 5–7 minutes. You’ll notice the mushrooms release moisture—keep cooking until that liquid evaporates and they start to brown.

Step 3: Season and Simmer

Now you’ll stir in the cumin, paprika, chili powder (if using), salt, and black pepper. Let the spices toast for a minute, then toss in the beans. If you’re using canned beans, make sure they’re drained and rinsed.

Add a splash of water (about 2 tbsp) to help the mixture come together and simmer for another 3–4 minutes. Finally, stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro, then remove from the heat.

Step 4: Warm the Tortillas

You can heat your tortillas in a dry pan for about 20 seconds per side or wrap them in foil and place them in a warm oven for a few minutes. This helps them stay flexible and easy to roll.

Step 5: Assemble Your Burritos

Lay out a tortilla and start layering: spoon in a bit of rice (if using), add the mushroom-bean filling, a few avocado slices, shredded lettuce, salsa, and a touch of vegan cheese or yogurt if you like.

Now fold the sides in, then roll tightly from the bottom up to seal your burrito. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.

Step 6: Serve or Toast

You can eat them fresh and soft, or for extra texture, toast each burrito in a hot skillet for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and slightly crisp.

Mushroom and bean burritos are proof that plant-based meals can be bold, filling, and totally crave-worthy. They’re easy to whip up, fun to fold, and endlessly adjustable based on your taste or pantry staples. So Lykkers, grab your skillet, warm those tortillas, and start wrapping up some goodness. Want to try a roasted veggie or quinoa variation next? Let’s keep the flavor rolling.