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Butternut squash pork burritos are so filling and tasty! With spicy, tender pork, creamy squash, and unique fixings, this unexpected combo will change the way you think about regular burritos!
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These butternut squash pork burritos combine such a delicious combination of flavors! The sweetness of the butternut squash balances out the heat of the spiced pork, and the crumbly cotija cheese lends a salty bite that just makes everything blend so well together.
Butternut squash just needed a little more so we added in this grilled pork that gives a healthy boost of lean protein and cooling the whole thing down with avocado sour cream takes it to a whole other level. Plus they’re easy to make! Treat your family to these tasty burritos tonight!
Butternut Squash Pork Burritos
Don’t let the list of ingredients intimidate you! Some of these ingredients are pantry staples and others are fresh and delicious. Combined they make the best butternut squash pork burritos!
- Pork loin – A boneless pork tenderloin is a long type of meat in a package. It is tender and juicy when cooked appropriately.
- Taco seasoning – Blended together are several seasoning mixes within one mix. Taco seasoning is famous for tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and most Mexican-style recipes.
- Paprika – Has a hint of spice and a beautiful dark red coloring.
- Roasted Butternut Squash – see our recipe for perfectly roasted squash.
- Black beans – Drain and rinse the black beans in a strainer. This will improve the taste and freshness of the black beans.
- Butter – The large skillet will melt the butter giving the pan a nice buttery flavor when cooking the ingredients.
- Chili powder – Added in for a little more spice! You as little or as much as you like depending on how much heat you can tolerate.
- Cumin – An earthy seasoning that even has some health benefits to it.
- Sour cream – This is the base of the sauce. It is a thickener and helps with flavor.
- Avocado – Sliced and cut ripe avocado is blended together making a delicious creamy sauce.
- Lime juice – Freshly squeezed lime over top gives a zesty and delicious flavor!
- Cojita – If you’ve never tried cotija cheese, give it a try! It is creamy and salty and has a nice little tangy bite that adds so much flavor to this recipe. You can find it at your regular grocery store. Crumble overtop the burritos.
- Mango salsa – A sweet variation of salsa that is light and tangy with a fruity twist.
- Flour tortillas – Warm up the flour tortilla for a more comforting meal. Make homemade flour tortillas or purchase store-bought.
How to Make Butternut Squash Pork Burritos
There are a few steps and separation to these butternut squash pork burritos. The pork is grilled separately, then the butternut squash is cooked, and top it off with a delicious creamy avocado sauce that completes this meal. Impress your family and friends with this super delicious burrito!
- Seasoning – Bring pork loin to room temperature. Mix together the taco seasoning and paprika and rub them all over the pork loin.
- Grill – Place the pork over medium heat and grill until the center is barely cooked but still tender. Let it sit for a few minutes off the grill, then sliced it into bite-size pieces.
- Cook – In a large fry pan, melt the butter over medium heat and stir in the chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Then add the butternut squash and toss to coat. When the squash begins to soften, add the black beans. Cook together until squash is fork tender.
- Cut avocado – Remove the avocado from the pit and shell into a small bowl. Add sour cream and lime juice. Blend with a hand mixer until creamy. This will make a creamy sauce.
- Serve – Take a flour tortilla and top with a line down the center of butternut squash and black beans, then add pieces of the grilled pork loin. Top that with crumbled cotija cheese, mango salsa, and avocado sour cream. Fold the tortilla over the fillings.
Suggestions for this Recipe
Follow these tips and suggestions for making any substitutions for this butternut squash burrito. Be sure to prepare ahead of time to make the cooking process much quicker and easier!
- Prepared butternut – Peeling a butternut squash can be quite time-consuming and tricky, so you can just buy pre-cubed squash at the grocery store.
- Pork seasoning – Seasoning your pork with simple taco seasoning and paprika will give it a smoky, spicy flavor.
- Baking variations – You can grill the pork outside or on a stove-top grill or bake in the oven until just barely cooked, not pink but still tender.
- Let rest – Give your pork a chance to rest before slicing it into bite-size pieces. This gives the meat a chance to redistribute its juices so every bite is tender and juicy.
- Healthy version – If you’re cutting down on carbs, make this recipe by tossing all the ingredients in a bowl and ditching the tortillas. So delicious!
“We LOVE butternut squash this time of year, and these burritos are the perfect way to enjoy it! They are so delicious and flavorful. Thanks so much for sharing the recipe!”
-Jessica
Frequently Asked Questions
Butternut squash is a delicious and nutritious vegetable but it is not used in several variations. Usually, they are found in soups, pasta dishes, or just served it in the shell itself.
Yes! Use a sharp knife or a vegetable peeler to remove the skin carefully. The skin can stay on if roasting. Remove the seeds with a spoon or ice cream scoop.
What to Serve with Pork Burritos
These butternut squash pork burritos make a delicious meal all on their own, but you can add any of these sides for a true feast! Make a complete meal with these delicious side dishes.
Butternut Squash Pork Burritos
Ingredients
For the grilled pork:
- 1 pork loin
- 1 Tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1/2 Tablespoon paprika
For the butternut squash:
- 2 cups butternut squash, cubed
- 14 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 Tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- salt and pepper, to taste
For the avocado sour cream:
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 medium size avocado, ripe
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- Other:
- cojita cheese, crumbled
- mango salsa
- 6 flour tortillas
Instructions
- Bring pork loin to room temperature. Mix together the taco seasoning and paprika and rub them all over the pork loin. Grill over medium heat until the center is barely cooked but still tender. Let it sit for a few minutes off the grill, then sliced it into bite-size pieces.
- In a large fry pan, melt the butter over medium heat and stir in the chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Then add the butternut squash and toss to coat. When the squash begins to soften, add the drained and rinsed black beans. Cook together until squash is fork tender.
- Remove the avocado from the pit and shell into a medium size bowl. Add sour cream and lime juice. Blend with a hand mixer until creamy.
To serve:
- Take a flour tortilla and top with a line down the center of butternut squash and black beans, then add pieces of the grilled pork loin. Top that with crumbled cojita cheese, mango salsa, and avocado sour cream. Fold the tortilla over the fillings.
Equipment
- Outdoor BBQ Grill
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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this is a definite 6 star rating out of five for the recipie creativness. i am a fifth grader.
Can you give me an idea how long to cook the pork loin? I’ve never made one so I’m a bit clueless.
Thanks
i would say… thirty at first and then check on it. if not done put it in for another fifteen.
This sounds amazing. I’m going to the store now to buy a butternut squash and make this vegetarian. I’ll save the recipe and make the pork loin when I have guests. Pardon the correction but the cheese is spelled Cotija, not Cojita. I’m making this today with low carb tortilla wrap. They are almost as good as the original and have more fiber.
The perfect burritos with a fall twist! I love the combination of pork with the butternut squash and the black beans!
I was so impressed with this dish! I would never have thought to put this together but I am sure glad you did, it’s delicious!!!
We LOVE butternut squash this time of year, and these burritos are the perfect way to enjoy it! They are so delicious and flavorful. Thanks so much for sharing the recipe!