MAKE AHEAD LUNCH WRAPS

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These are a delicious make-ahead lunch to freeze as a handy lunch to bring to work! Just make, freeze, and then heat in the microwave for a very balanced meal.

Provided by Melissa Pietrosanti

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h5m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups uncooked brown rice
4 cups water
4 (15 ounce) cans black beans
2 (15.5 ounce) cans pinto beans
1 (10 ounce) can whole kernel corn
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles
16 (10 inch) flour tortillas
1 pound shredded pepperjack cheese

Steps:

  • Combine rice and water in a saucepan, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 35 to 40 minutes, or until tender. Remove from heat, and cool.
  • Place black beans and pinto beans into a colander or strainer, and rinse. Add corn and diced tomatoes with green chilies, and toss to mix. Transfer to a large bowl, and mix in rice and cheese.
  • Divide the mixture evenly among the tortillas, and roll up. Wrap individually in plastic wrap, place into a large freezer bag, and freeze. Reheat as needed in the microwave for lunch or snacks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 557.3 calories, Carbohydrate 80.8 g, Cholesterol 30.4 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 13.6 g, Protein 22.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 1312.1 mg, Sugar 2 g

Zen Chadred
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These wraps are a delicious and easy way to get your kids to eat their veggies.


feezah ibrahim
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I can't wait to try these wraps with different fillings. The possibilities are endless!


Oreoluwa Dorcas
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These wraps are a great option for a healthy and portable lunch.


Ayoola Oni
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I love that these wraps can be made ahead of time. It makes them perfect for busy weeknights.


Video Games Pro
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These wraps are a great way to use up leftover chicken or turkey.


Maajid Yare
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my wraps fell apart when I tried to roll them up.


Hamza Kashi
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These wraps were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I'll add some extra sauce next time.


Faniyi Moyoola
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I thought these wraps were just okay. The flavors didn't really come together for me.


King Morw
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These wraps were easy to make and they tasted great! I will definitely be making them again.


Emmett Grzegorczyk
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I'm not a big fan of hummus, but I still liked these wraps. The other ingredients really shine through.


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I love the idea of using whole wheat tortillas. It makes these wraps healthier and more filling.


Marvel George
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These wraps look delicious! I can't wait to try them.


Katherine Villarreal
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I've made these wraps multiple times and they are always a winner. They're perfect for packing lunches or taking on picnics.


Md Saijuddin
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These wraps were a hit at my last party. Everyone loved them and kept asking for seconds.


Mia Neuhoff
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Absolutely delicious! The flavors all come together perfectly. My kids even ate them without complaint, which is saying something. Thanks for the recipe!