Low Sodium Beef Flautas
Savor the delicious crunch of Low Sodium Beef Flautas, a healthier twist on a classic Mexican favorite. These baked flautas are packed with seasoned lean ground beef, infused with the bold flavors of cumin, paprika, chili powder, and a splash of zesty fresh lime juice—all without the excess sodium. Wrapped in soft corn tortillas and brushed with olive oil for a golden, crispy finish, each flauta is filled with grated low-sodium cheese and hints of fresh cilantro for a burst of freshness. Ready in under an hour, these flautas are perfect for a flavorful dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Serve them topped with juicy diced tomatoes and extra cilantro for a vibrant, guilt-free fiesta on your plate!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Lean ground beef
- 0.5 cup Low-sodium beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
- 12 Corn tortillas
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 cup Grated low-sodium cheese
- 1 cup Diced tomatoes
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the lean ground beef. Cook for about 7-8 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula until it is browned and cooked through.
Step 3
Drain any excess fat from the pan and return to medium heat.
Step 4
Add the low-sodium beef broth, onion powder, garlic powder, ground cumin, paprika, and chili powder to the beef. Stir to combine and simmer for 5 minutes until the liquid reduces. Turn off the heat and stir in the fresh lime juice.
Step 5
Warm the corn tortillas in a microwave for about 30 seconds to make them pliable.
Step 6
Place a heaping tablespoon of the beef mixture along one edge of each tortilla, sprinkle with a bit of cilantro and a small amount of grated cheese, and roll the tortilla tightly into a flauta.
Step 7
Place the rolled flautas seam side down on a greased baking sheet. Brush each flauta lightly with olive oil.
Step 8
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the tortillas are golden brown and crispy.
Step 9
Remove from oven, let cool slightly, and serve with diced tomatoes on top. Optionally, you can add more fresh cilantro and a sprinkle of the remaining cheese for garnish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1602.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2639.9 |
| Total Fat 105.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 31.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 321.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 937.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 282.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 47.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.5g | |
| Protein 147.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 12IU | 0% |
| Calcium 865.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 23.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1731.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories