Paleo Beef Flautas

Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Paleo Beef Flautas—crispy, savory, and completely grain-free! This healthy twist on a classic Mexican dish features almond flour tortillas stuffed with a flavorful blend of seasoned ground beef, onion, garlic, and spices like chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. Baked to golden perfection in avocado oil, these flautas are not only paleo-friendly but also gluten-free, making them perfect for anyone seeking a wholesome yet indulgent treat. Garnished with fresh cilantro and served with a squeeze of bright lime juice, they’re ideal as an appetizer, snack, or main course. Ready in under an hour, this recipe combines convenience with bold, hearty flavor—sure to be a hit at your next dinner or party!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
• 8 pieces Almond flour tortillas
• 3 tablespoons Avocado oil
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 whole Lime wedges

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium heat, add coconut oil and wait until it melts.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until it is browned all over, about 7 minutes.

Step 5

Mix in the tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Combine thoroughly and cook for another 2-3 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Step 6

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 7

Lay out the almond flour tortillas and divide the beef mixture evenly among them, placing it in a line across the center of each tortilla.

Step 8

Roll each tortilla tightly into a cylinder to form flautas and place them seam side down on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9

Brush the tops of the flautas with avocado oil.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the tortillas are golden brown and crispy.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.

Step 12

Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges for squeezing over the flautas.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1153.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3334.6

Total Fat 238.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 69.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 321.1mg	0%
Sodium 3089.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 186.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 127.8g	0%
Total Sugars 17.7g
Protein 129.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 624.4mg	0%
Iron 20.4mg	0%
Potassium 1837.8mg	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: 62.9%

Protein: 15.2%

Carbs: 21.9%