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Beef Burrito

Beef Burrito

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main-course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Beef Burrito recipe combines seasoned ground beef, black beans, rice, and cheese wrapped in a flour tortilla. Top it off with salsa, sour cream, avocado, and cilantro for a delicious and satisfying meal.


Ingredients

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For the Beef Filling:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion (finely chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 ounce taco seasoning (1 packet or homemade seasoning)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 15 ounces black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 cup cheddar (shredded, or Monterey Jack cheese)

For the Burritos:

  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup salsa (or pico de gallo)
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 avocado (sliced)
  • fresh cilantro (chopped (for garnish))
  • lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Cook Beef Filling: In a skillet, cook ground beef, onion, and garlic until beef is browned. Add taco seasoning, water, black beans, and rice. Cook until heated through.
  2. Assemble Burritos: Place a portion of the beef filling on a tortilla, top with cheese, salsa, sour cream, avocado, and cilantro. Roll up the burrito, tucking in the sides.
  3. Serve: Garnish with more salsa, sour cream, and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

  • You can customize the filling with your favorite ingredients like bell peppers, corn, or jalapenos.
  • For a vegetarian option, substitute the ground beef with plant-based protein or extra vegetables.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 burrito
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg