Description
These beef and bean burritos are a hearty and flavorful Mexican-inspired dish, perfect for a quick dinner or a meal prep option.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) refried beans
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 6 large flour tortillas
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Optional toppings: sour cream, chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, jalapeños
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Drain excess fat, then add taco seasoning and water. Stir to combine and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add refried beans and salsa to the skillet. Mix well and cook for another 3–4 minutes until heated through.
- Warm the tortillas in a microwave or on a skillet until pliable.
- Spoon the beef and bean mixture onto each tortilla. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
- Fold in the sides and roll up the tortillas to form burritos.
- Optional: Place the burritos seam side down in a heated skillet and cook for 1–2 minutes on each side for a crispy finish.
- Serve warm with desired toppings.
Notes
- You can use black beans instead of refried beans for a chunkier texture.
- Great for freezing—wrap in foil and freeze individually.
- Adjust the spice level by using mild or hot salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg