Mediterraneanized Deluxe Vegan Burrito
I mastered making the Mediterraneanized Deluxe Vegan Burrito. My inspiration for this delicious Mediterraneanized Mexicali feast was born when I tried the Utlimate Veggie Burrito. I had the ultimate burrito at Maiz Mexican Cantina a restaurant in Depot Town, an area in my hometown Ypsilanti, Michigan. The Ultimate Veggie Burrito is delicious and is too big for one meal. Warning, Olive Sunshine’s Deluxe version is too big as well. Never fear, burritos heat up beautifully to have for lunch the next day. Eating proper portions is a foundation of the Mediterranean Diet.
At first glance the Ultimate Veggie Burrito appears to be off-limits on the Mediterranean Diet way of eating (WOE). A few simple tweaks, and the idea for the Mediteraneanized Deluxe Vegan Burrito was born. Olive Sunshine’s version omits the rice, crème and cheese. Substitute a whole grain toritlla, load up on savory veggies and enjoy!
Since the folks at Maiz did not give me their recipe, I had to create my own for Olive Sunshine. To tell the truth, I think I like this one better. It is not a quick meal. To ensure the burrito is healthy and flavorful everyting is scratch-made. The zucchini-potato hash, with all the shredding, squeezing and sautéing takes some effort. The great news you will have left-over hash perfect under eggs in the morning! Making homemade salsa roja is easy but it does add another step. I always make PLENTY of salsa roja as my Sweetheart loves a wet-burrito! Despite the steps, do not be scared away from making the Deluxe Vegan Burrito. It is so delicious – you just HAVE to try it.
Are Deluxe Vegan Burritos Healthy?
Burritos may seem like a poor choice for a healthy diet. When you load them full of healthy veggies, and wrap it with a whole grain organic tortilla, it is a smart choice. This recipe makes four loaded burritos. I typically eat half of one and save the other half for lunch. It is certainly enough to feed a crowd. Plenty, if you choose to serve any other dishes from the Olive Sunshine Taco Tuesday selections.
The zucchini-potato hash is the star of the Deluxe Vegan Burrito. Veggies include black beans, sauteed spinach, garlic-seared mushrooms. This burrito is vegan. Instead of cheese, there is a delicous helping of avocado baked over the burrito. Out of the oven, topping the burrito is creamy Strained Greek Yogurt, black olives and fresh cilantro. The burrito melts in your mouth. As always, I love crisp iceberg lettuce to add a crunch which is why I always serve my Mediterraneanized Mexicali with a simple side salad. I hope you try the Mediterraneanized Deluxe Vegan Burrito.