Butternut Squash Pork Burritos

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. Butternut squash – Cut the butternut squash into 1-inch cubes before cooking. This will cut down on the time for sauteing the squash. The more evenly they are cut the faster the squash will cook. 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!

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!

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.