Description
These Beef and Bean Burritos are a quick, satisfying meal made with seasoned ground beef, hearty beans, and shredded cheese, all wrapped in a warm flour tortilla. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prepping, they’re a delicious and customizable dish that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, pinto beans, or kidney beans
- 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup salsa
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Optional toppings: fresh cilantro, diced tomatoes, lettuce, jalapeños
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, pinto beans, or kidney beans
- 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup salsa
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Optional toppings: fresh cilantro, diced tomatoes, lettuce, jalapeños
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 lb of ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat. Season with garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Prepare the Beans: If using canned beans, drain and rinse 1 can of beans. Heat them in a separate pan for 3-5 minutes.
- Warm the Tortillas: Heat the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for 15-20 seconds to make them more pliable.
- Assemble the Burritos: On each tortilla, add a portion of beef, beans, shredded cheese, and any other toppings you prefer (sour cream, salsa, lettuce, etc.). Fold in the sides and roll the burrito.
Notes
- Storage: Leftover burritos can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Wrap them tightly in foil or plastic wrap before storing.
- Customization: Feel free to add your favorite toppings like guacamole, tomatoes, or jalapeños to spice things up!
- Make Ahead: You can prepare the fillings ahead of time and assemble the burritos later. This is perfect for meal prep!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g