Low Fat Smothered Burrito

Satisfy your Mexican food cravings without the guilt with this flavorful Low Fat Smothered Burrito recipe! Packed with wholesome ingredients like whole wheat tortillas, hearty brown rice, lean shredded chicken breast, and low-fat refried beans, these burritos are both nourishing and delicious. A zesty salsa verde and non-fat Greek yogurt sauce drenches the burritos, creating a creamy, tangy topping that's irresistibly smooth. Perfectly seasoned with chili powder and cumin, they're baked until bubbly and topped with a sprinkle of low-fat cheese and fresh cilantro for a vibrant finish. Ready in under an hour and ideal for a family-friendly weeknight dinner, this dish offers a lower-fat twist on a classic smothered burrito, keeping all the bold flavors you love with a healthier edge.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Whole wheat tortillas
• 1 cup Cooked brown rice
• 1 cup Low-fat refried beans
• 1 cup Cooked, shredded chicken breast
• 0.5 cup Low-fat shredded cheese
• 0.25 cup Chopped green onions
• 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 cup Salsa verde
• 0.5 cup Plain non-fat Greek yogurt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0 Olive oil spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, salsa verde, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well blended and set aside.

Step 3

Lightly spray a baking dish with olive oil spray.

Step 4

Lay out the whole wheat tortillas on a clean surface.

Step 5

In the center of each tortilla, evenly distribute the brown rice, refried beans, shredded chicken, green onions, and a small portion of the cheese.

Step 6

Gently fold the sides of each tortilla over the filling, then roll it up tightly from the bottom, forming a burrito.

Step 7

Place each burrito seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.

Step 8

Pour the salsa verde mixture evenly over the top of the burritos, ensuring they are well covered.

Step 9

Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the burritos.

Step 10

Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes.

Step 12

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 13

Serve warm and enjoy your low-fat smothered burrito!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1413.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1791.5

Total Fat 32.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 235.9mg	0%
Sodium 5546.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 216.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.2g	0%
Total Sugars 24.1g
Protein 140.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1000.8mg	0%
Iron 17.9mg	0%
Potassium 3173.4mg	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: 16.9%

Protein: 32.6%

Carbs: 50.5%