Burrito Roll (No Maida, No Sugar)
Enjoy a healthy twist on the classic burrito! This vegetarian burrito roll uses a homemade spinach tortilla and is filled with Spanish rice, beans, salsa, and more—no maida or added sugar.
Ingredients
For Spinach Tortilla (Burrito Roti)
- 1 cup multigrain or whole wheat flour
- 1/4 cup boiled yellow moong dal
- 1 cup spinach leaves (palak)
- Chilli flakes, to taste
- Oregano, to taste
- Sesame seeds
- Salt, to taste
For Spanish Rice
- 1 cup rice (soaked for 30 minutes)
- 1/2 cup spinach puree (from above)
- 1/2 cup cooked beans (see Mexican Tacos recipe)
- 1 medium tomato, finely chopped
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup capsicum (bell pepper), finely chopped
- 1–2 teaspoons oil or ghee
- Kashmiri red chilli powder, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- Taco seasoning mix, to taste
- 1/2 tablespoon tomato ketchup
- Water, as needed
For Assembly
- Prepared beans (see Mexican Tacos recipe)
- Prepared salsa (see Mexican Tacos recipe)
- Prepared sour cream (see Mexican Tacos recipe)
- Prepared guacamole (see Mexican Tacos recipe)
- Iceberg lettuce, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Boil spinach leaves for 1 minute, then immediately transfer to cold water. Puree the spinach.
- In a bowl, combine flour, moong dal, spinach puree, salt, chilli flakes, oregano, and sesame seeds. Knead into a soft dough and let rest 15–20 minutes.
- Divide dough, roll into large thin rotis, and roast on a hot griddle with a little oil or ghee until cooked and slightly crisp.
- Boil soaked rice until 85% cooked. Sauté onions and capsicum, then add rice, tomatoes, spinach puree, and seasonings. Add cooked beans and cook until combined.
- To assemble: Place a tortilla on a flat surface, spread salsa, add beans, rice, sour cream, guacamole, and lettuce. Roll tightly, toast on the griddle, and serve.
Tips
- Add jalapeños or fresh coriander for extra flavor.
- For a vegan version, skip the sour cream and cheese.
FAQ
- Can I use store-bought tortillas? Yes, but homemade is healthier and tastier!
- What can I substitute for moong dal? Try mashed chickpeas or skip for a simpler dough.
Related: Mexican Tacos, Spanish Rice
