When you want something warm, cheesy, and totally satisfying, but also fast and made with real ingredients — this one hits the spot.

The Taco Bell Bean Burrito is a comfort food classic: creamy refried beans, tangy red sauce, melty cheese, and a soft tortilla.
This homemade version keeps all the flavor, but skips the mystery ingredients, excess sodium, and grease. It’s just real, feel-good food you can throw together in minutes.

Perfect for Meatless Monday, budget-friendly dinners, or nostalgic cravings that need a clean upgrade.

Ingredients:

For the burrito filling:

• 1 can refried beans (look for low-sodium, no lard)

• 1 cup shredded cheddar or dairy-free cheese

• 4 large whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas

• Optional: finely chopped onion for topping

For the clean red sauce:

• ¼ cup tomato paste

• ½ cup water

• 1 tsp apple cider vinegar

• ½ tsp chili powder

• ¼ tsp cumin

• ¼ tsp garlic powder

• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Make the red sauce
   In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together tomato paste, water, vinegar, and spices. Simmer for 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently, until slightly thickened. Set aside.

2. Warm the beans
   In a small pot or microwave-safe bowl, heat the refried beans until warm and smooth. Add a splash of water or broth if needed to loosen.

3. Assemble the burritos
   Lay out tortillas and spread warm refried beans down the center of each. Add a generous spoonful of red sauce, sprinkle with cheese, and add chopped onion if using.

4. Roll and heat
   Fold in the sides and roll up the burritos. Toast in a dry skillet over medium heat for 1–2 minutes per side to seal and warm through (optional but tasty!).

5. Serve warm
   Serve as-is or with a side of guacamole, salsa, or a simple green salad.

Sarah’s Tips:

• Make it vegan: Use dairy-free cheese or skip it — the sauce brings all the flavor.

• Add fiber: Stir some cooked quinoa or black beans into the refried beans.

• Spice it up: Add a dash of hot sauce or jalapeños to the filling.

• Freezer-friendly: Make a batch, wrap in foil, and freeze. Reheat in oven or toaster oven.

Flavorful Conclusion:

This Homemade Taco Bell Bean Burrito brings all the cozy, cheesy comfort of the original — with real ingredients that leave you feeling good, not greasy. It’s fast, simple, and surprisingly crave-worthy. Trust me, this one’s going in your regular dinner rotation.

Nutrition (per burrito, serves 4):

• Calories: 390

• Protein: 16g

• Carbs: 38g

• Fat: 18g

• Fiber: 7g

• Sugar: 3g