Heart-Healthy Classic Ground Beef Burrito

Savor a satisfying twist on a Mexican favorite with our **Heart-Healthy Classic Ground Beef Burrito**. Packed with nutritious ingredients like lean ground beef, fiber-rich black beans, and hearty brown rice, this recipe balances bold flavors with wholesome goodness. Whole wheat tortillas wrap up a flavorful filling seasoned with low-sodium taco spices and topped with creamy avocado, reduced-fat shredded cheddar, fresh cilantro, and a zesty squeeze of lime. Perfectly portioned and ready in under 45 minutes, these burritos are a guilt-free, family-friendly meal that doesn’t compromise on taste. Enjoy them on their own or pair with a crisp side salad for a complete, health-conscious dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Lean ground beef (93% lean or higher)
• 6 Whole wheat tortillas
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 Medium onion
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 1 Red bell pepper
• 1 cup Canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup Cooked brown rice
• 2 tablespoons Low-sodium taco seasoning
• 1 cup Reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 Avocado, sliced
• 0.5 cup Salsa
• 1 Fresh lime

Directions

Step 1

Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves. Dice the red bell pepper.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook for about 3 minutes, or until the onion is translucent.

Step 3

Add the lean ground beef to the skillet. Cook and crumble the beef with a wooden spoon until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the diced red bell pepper and low-sodium taco seasoning. Cook for an additional 4 minutes until the pepper is softened.

Step 5

Add the drained black beans and cooked brown rice to the skillet. Stir well to combine and heat through for another 2 minutes.

Step 6

Warm the whole wheat tortillas as per package instructions to make them pliable.

Step 7

Lay each tortilla flat, and evenly divide the beef mixture among the tortillas, placing it in the center of each.

Step 8

Top each with a portion of shredded cheddar cheese, a few slices of avocado, a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, and a spoonful of salsa.

Step 9

Squeeze a little fresh lime juice over the filling to enhance the flavors.

Step 10

Fold in the sides of each tortilla, then roll them up from the bottom to secure the filling.

Step 11

Serve warm, and enjoy these heart-healthy burritos with a side salad or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1965.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2951.9

Total Fat 119.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 411.1mg	0%
Sodium 4702.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 290.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 57.5g	0%
Total Sugars 23.9g
Protein 190.4g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 1337.4mg	0%
Iron 29.0mg	0%
Potassium 4692.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.7%

Protein: 25.4%

Carbs: 38.8%