Low Fat Meatlovers Burrito

Satisfy your comfort food cravings without the guilt with this Low Fat Meatlovers Burrito! Packed with hearty flavor, this recipe blends lean ground turkey and beef for a protein-rich filling that’s spiced to perfection with chili powder and cumin. Combined with nutrient-loaded black beans, sautéed red onions, and fresh bell peppers, this wholesome burrito is wrapped in a warm whole wheat tortilla for a fiber-filled twist. Topped with low-fat shredded cheddar, creamy avocado slices, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, each bite is a delicious blend of savory and fresh. Best of all, it’s quick to prep in just 15 minutes, making it a healthy and satisfying weeknight dinner. Serve with a side of salsa and watch this family favorite disappear fast! Perfect for those seeking low-fat, high-protein recipes with a Tex-Mex kick!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 8-inch whole wheat tortilla
• 0.5 pound lean ground turkey
• 0.5 pound lean ground beef
• 1 medium red onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 15-ounce can canned black beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 0.25 cup water
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.75 cup low-fat shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 medium avocado, sliced
• 0.5 cup salsa

Directions

Step 1

In a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, brown the lean ground turkey and beef together, breaking up any large chunks with a wooden spoon, until cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 2

Drain any excess fat from the skillet and return to the stovetop.

Step 3

Add the chopped red onion, minced garlic, and diced red bell pepper to the meat mixture. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the black beans, tomato paste, and water, mixing well to combine.

Step 5

Season the mixture with cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Reduce heat to low and simmer the mixture for another 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Warm the whole wheat tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave according to the package instructions, just until pliable.

Step 8

To assemble the burritos, lay one tortilla on a flat surface. Place about 1/4 of the meat and vegetable mixture onto the center of the tortilla.

Step 9

Sprinkle with a portion of the low-fat shredded cheddar cheese, and add a few slices of avocado on top.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh cilantro, then carefully fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll it up to form a burrito.

Step 11

Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and filling.

Step 12

Serve the burritos with salsa on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1909.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2524.7

Total Fat 91.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 332.5mg	0%
Sodium 6044.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 246.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 72.3g	0%
Total Sugars 26.9g
Protein 180.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1612.1mg	0%
Iron 29.1mg	0%
Potassium 4285.6mg	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: 32.6%

Protein: 28.5%

Carbs: 38.9%