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Versatile and Easy Burrito Bar

October 30, 2017

If you want a filling, vegetarian meal that pleases all palates, try creating an easy burrito bar! It’s easy, delicious, versatile — and fun for the whole family!

It may be the day before Halloween and I may truly love all things Halloween — including food and treats — but I’ve been having a different kind of food craving lately. Let me ask you something. Do you ever have a craving for restaurant food but you:

a) don’t want to spend the money

b) don’t want to drive to said restaurant or

c) don’t like the idea of all the added saturated fat and sodium from restaurant food?

Yeah — me too.

Versatile and Easy Burrito Bar | Meatless Monday | Running on Happy

I’ve been incessantly hungry ever since I finished my fourth marathon a little over a week ago. My appetite has slowly tapered off but for a while I felt like I could eat everything in sight and still not be full and satiated. One such craving I had was for a big, fat burrito. But let’s face it — I’d really rather not have to go wait in line at the store, and I also didn’t want to experience that disgustingly full feeling either. But when a food craving hits, there’s little to do about it, am I right?

I told my husband my conundrum — and how I planned to indulge my tastebuds. After I explained my plan of attack to create an at-home version of the coveted burrito, he was skeptical but agreed. We got to work and the result was just fantastic.

We created a make-your-own burrito bar and our burritos turned out AMAZING! And we had enough leftover ingredients to have burrito night again. I think that’s my favorite part of this meal — you get the most bang for your buck by creating your own easy burrito bar with leftovers so spare! Plus no disgusting-overly-full feeling either.

Intrigued? You can make this at your house, too. Check it out:

If you want a filling, vegetarian meal that pleases all palates, try creating an easy burrito bar! It's easy, delicious, versatile -- and fun for the whole family!

Versatile and Easy Burrito Bar

Ingredients
  • 1 package burrito size tortillas
  • 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups baby spinach or kale, thin sliced
  • 16 oz medium salsa
  • 8 oz sour cream
  • 12 oz Mexican-style shredded cheese
  • 1 package Lightlife Chick’n Style Strips, optional
Directions

Start by placing ingredients in separate bowls on the counter. (This greatly speeds up the process of burrito-making — an important aspect when you’re super hungry!)

Heat one tortilla at a time for about 5 seconds per side. Do NOT overheat the tortillas or they will turn crunchy. If you have extra salsa, a crunchy tortilla isn’t necessarily a bad thing but save the experimenting for last.

Place the warmed tortilla on a large plate. If you choose to use chick’n strips, start with those. Just a couple pieces here. Then move on to the beans, then greens, etc. Continue moving down the line until all the ingredients you prefer are in the center of the burrito, taking care not to go overboard with any one ingredient.

To wrap: bring the bottom of the tortilla to the center. Fold over the right side and then the left side. You’ve now created a pocket for your ingredients with the top open. If you’d like to close the top as well, carefully tuck it under the two sides. Start munching and enjoy!

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I swear this is the easiest and most versatile burrito bar you’ll ever create. The options are truly limitless. For our first go, we used a three-bean blend of pinto, black, and kidney beans. It was magical. We had two different salsas available — a traditional mild salsa, and then a peach mango salsa. It was also magical.

Homemade burritos taste delicious, they contain a fraction of the sodium you’d get at a restaurant, and they’re fun to make, too! This easy burrito bar is perfect for busy weeknights and laid back weekends as well.

Need more ideas for dinner, dessert, or just something to nosh on? Check out more of my recipes here!

xo

Let’s talk!

What’s your favorite burrito add-in?

Do you like your salsa spicy or sweet?

Linking up for Meatless Mondays with Annmarie and Deborah!

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72 Comments


Deborah @ Confessions of mother runner
October 30, 2017 at 7:46 am
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We love make your own burrito bars around here-everyone is happy that way! Thanks for linking up and have a great week



    Rachel
    October 30, 2017 at 8:09 am
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    Exactly — something for everyone!

Fabiana @ No Wagon Diet
October 30, 2017 at 8:30 am
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Yes! That’s my go-to during busy weeks. Love that it makes it easy to mix and match so you don’t end up with repetitive meals.



    Rachel
    October 30, 2017 at 4:24 pm
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    It’s so easy! And there’s something for everyone!

The Accidental Marathoner
October 30, 2017 at 9:22 am
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Yum! I love Mexican food and it is so simple and easy to put together either a burrito or taco bar. That way everyone can make their own unique plate. Thanks for sharing!



    Rachel
    October 30, 2017 at 4:26 pm
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    Yes exactly. So easy for everyone to enjoy!

San
October 30, 2017 at 11:31 am
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Love a good burrito bar (we do that too sometimes!)…. you can use up everything you have in your fridge and everyone can make their individual burrito just the way they like it!

I love my salsa spicy! And my favorite add-ins are black beans, ground turkey, and zucchini cubes.



    Rachel
    October 30, 2017 at 4:27 pm
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    Ooooh zucchini cubes! What a great idea. I’ll have to try that!

Chaitali
October 30, 2017 at 12:33 pm
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Yum, sounds delicious! Veggie tacos are a staple for us, and I love entertaining with this type of bar set up. People can all choose to add what they want and it’s so easy.



    Rachel
    October 30, 2017 at 4:28 pm
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    We usually celebrate taco Tuesday but Burrito Friday was a lot of fun. ?

Annmarie
October 30, 2017 at 1:06 pm
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Mmmm burritos…me want!



    Rachel
    October 30, 2017 at 4:29 pm
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    Burritos are amazing!

Marcia
October 30, 2017 at 1:14 pm
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I could go for a burrito bar right now. Do you deliver?



    Rachel
    October 30, 2017 at 4:29 pm
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    I do. For a very large fee. ??

Anna @ Piper's Run
October 30, 2017 at 1:55 pm
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Love this idea! My kids would be all over this!



    Rachel
    October 30, 2017 at 4:29 pm
    Reply

    Precisely why we went the burrito route… ???

Kimberly Hatting
October 30, 2017 at 2:16 pm
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These look like total yum!



    Rachel
    October 30, 2017 at 4:30 pm
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    Burritos are always total yum!

Rebecca
October 30, 2017 at 3:04 pm
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love love burrito bars! what a fun way to eat dinner?!



    Rachel
    October 30, 2017 at 4:30 pm
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    For sure! Kids and adults love burrito bars!

Sarah
October 30, 2017 at 3:12 pm
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Who doesn’t love burritos? This is one of the best foods for a party as everyone can customize it to their tastes and dietary needs!! Happy Meatless Monday!



    Rachel
    October 30, 2017 at 4:31 pm
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    Burrito bars are so much fun. And delicious. 🙂

Abbey Sharp
October 30, 2017 at 4:13 pm
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I definitely need more burrito bars in my life! These look awesome



    Rachel
    October 30, 2017 at 4:31 pm
    Reply

    Haha, I could say the same! Thank you. 🙂

Deryn | Running on Real Food
October 30, 2017 at 4:39 pm
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I love burrito bars, we have them all the time. So many fun ingredients and you can’t go wrong with Mexican food!



    Rachel
    October 30, 2017 at 7:23 pm
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    The options are truly endless!

Veggie Inspired
October 30, 2017 at 4:41 pm
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YUM!! LOVE burritos…and everything Mexican flavored. How fun to customize your own!



    Rachel
    October 30, 2017 at 7:23 pm
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    Burritos are simply amazing.

Christina
October 30, 2017 at 5:08 pm
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I love these types of make-your-own meals and burritos are always welcome!!



    Rachel
    October 30, 2017 at 7:23 pm
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    I agree! Make your own meals are so much fun. You can’t go wrong.

Kaila @ Healthy Helper
October 30, 2017 at 6:09 pm
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What a fun idea!! I love this!



    Rachel
    October 30, 2017 at 7:23 pm
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    So much fun!

Amy Gorin
October 30, 2017 at 6:35 pm
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Love a tasty vegetarian meal!



    Rachel
    October 30, 2017 at 7:24 pm
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    It’s filling and flavorful. 🙂

Sarah @ TheFitCookie
October 30, 2017 at 6:37 pm
Reply

I love meal bars of all kinds, it makes it so easy for everyone to make their food how they love it best!



    Rachel
    October 30, 2017 at 7:24 pm
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    It’s particularly helpful with little ones who don’t always love all the “ingredients” in a recipe.

Debbie
October 30, 2017 at 6:57 pm
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I’m pretty sure I could eat burritos every day without getting tired of them. This looks great! I use a variety of “meats” in my burritos, from seitan, to jackfruit, even Morningstar Farms new “pork” shreds. Obviously I’m a burrito pro! 🙂



    Rachel
    October 30, 2017 at 7:25 pm
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    I considered jackfruit but wasn’t sure how it would taste with everything else. I should try it next time!

Katie @ Hungry Runner
October 30, 2017 at 7:46 pm
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Oh yum! I love this idea, because yes, I frequently crave restaurant-style food but I’m not about spending a ton of money on it all the time and even more importantly, I’m too lazy to go out and get it 😛 And I definitely want to avoid that overly full feeling that inevitably comes with restaurant burritos. They are oh-so-good but it’s hard to feel good after eating one. Mark and I will have to try thing soon. Thanks for sharing!



    Rachel
    October 30, 2017 at 9:06 pm
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    Ok you caught me. I’m actually too lazy to go too. ? But burritos…. mmm…

Kalee
October 30, 2017 at 7:49 pm
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We do a burrito bar often! I love how easy it is to cook, and it offers such a fun variety we can have it frequently!



    Rachel
    October 30, 2017 at 9:06 pm
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    I agree! It’s so so easy and tons of variety.

Laura @ This Runner's Recipes
October 30, 2017 at 8:03 pm
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I’m in marathon training right now and I need this. My favorite add-ins are ground turkey, black beans, and bell peppers.



    Rachel
    October 30, 2017 at 9:07 pm
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    Those are yummy add ins! I kinda miss marathon training. 😉

Kelly
October 30, 2017 at 8:12 pm
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I love the DIY bar. So great for families and parties. Will have to get one going again soon!



    Rachel
    October 30, 2017 at 9:09 pm
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    Our kids loved it and so did we!

Wendy@Taking the Long Way Home
October 30, 2017 at 8:59 pm
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How fun is this? We do this with tacos at our house. I put out all the ingredients on the table and everyone fills their tortillas. No complaints.



    Rachel
    October 30, 2017 at 9:09 pm
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    Isn’t it so much easier?! We do it for tacos too but burritos are so much more fun for some reason. Maybe because they’re giant. Haha.

Emily
October 30, 2017 at 11:39 pm
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mmmm i love tacos – in any form. Love my taco salads 🙂



    Rachel
    October 31, 2017 at 8:10 pm
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    Taco salads are my fave! But definitely different from a burrito!

Coco
October 30, 2017 at 11:48 pm
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I love guac! Great idea to have some thinly sliced greens – that’s usually missing from our line-up.



    Rachel
    October 31, 2017 at 8:10 pm
    Reply

    Definitely didn’t have guac this time but I love it, too!

Mary
October 31, 2017 at 12:51 am
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We used to make burritos for dinner all the time for our family, maybe it’s time to get into the burrito groove again. So easy and healthy when you make it yourself at home. I have all the same feelings about eating out, I don’t need the extra sodium, grease, expense or hassle either.



    Rachel
    October 31, 2017 at 8:10 pm
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    What it comes down to for me is pure laziness. 😉 Okay and the sodium part. And the expense. All of it, pretty much! Homemade burritos for everyone!!

dixya @food, pleasure, and health
October 31, 2017 at 7:01 am
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i have done something similar with tacos but burrito bar sounds like a fun dinner option too.



    Rachel
    October 31, 2017 at 8:11 pm
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    We usually have Taco Tuesday so switching it up was nice!

Kathryn @ Dancing to Running
October 31, 2017 at 8:57 am
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I love the idea of a burrito bar. I’m looking for creative food ideas for my son’s birthday party in December, and this is definitely a good possibility. Thanks!



    Rachel
    October 31, 2017 at 8:11 pm
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    Oooh, yes! A burrito bar would be awesome. Maybe a taco bar would be better for a big crowd just in case not everyone wants a big burrito. You could do the same thing except switch the sizes of tortillas. 😉

Mikki
October 31, 2017 at 9:21 am
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Such a simple group of ingredients but it packs the punch for flavor. Love a great ‘bar’ of food for people to make their own.



    Rachel
    October 31, 2017 at 8:11 pm
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    For sure! It’s so easy!

Emily Kyle
October 31, 2017 at 9:23 am
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I cannot wait to make this! I am seriously always craving Mexican, I have it about 3 times a week, but am always looking for new options! Can’t wait to try this soon!



    Rachel
    October 31, 2017 at 8:12 pm
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    That’s a lot of Mexican! We eat a huge variety of food but tacos usually show up once a week. 🙂

Alisa Fleming
October 31, 2017 at 11:07 am
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We do mini taco bars occasionally, but may need to upgrade to the burrito bar! Haven’t tried that meatless meat either – I’m curious about it now!



    Rachel
    October 31, 2017 at 8:12 pm
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    It’s pretty good! I also use the soy crumbles when I make chili. Can’t even tell the difference.

Angela @marathonsandmotivation.com
October 31, 2017 at 1:39 pm
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This is such a fun idea! My kids will love this!!



    Rachel
    October 31, 2017 at 8:13 pm
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    It is really fun. And they’re super delicious, too. 😉

Jill Conyers
October 31, 2017 at 3:17 pm
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About once a week we have a burrito, taco or nacho bar for dinner. It’s a family favorite for dinner.



    Rachel
    October 31, 2017 at 8:14 pm
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    We do, too! Usually tacos for us. 🙂

GiGi Eats
October 31, 2017 at 8:29 pm
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I love food displays like this because it just makes life easy and everyone gets WHAT they want!



    Rachel
    November 1, 2017 at 9:05 am
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    EXACTLY!! And yummm…

Farrah
November 1, 2017 at 1:18 am
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I am all for burrito bars! :D! This looks awesome! (I’m super hungry right now so not sure I’d be able to share this, ahaha. *-*)



    Rachel
    November 1, 2017 at 9:06 am
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    Hahaha!

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