Low-Fat Beef Burrito
This is a lighter burrito recipe made with lean minced beef, rice, beans, corn and plenty of fresh vegetables. It is filling, flavorful and easier on the stomach thanks to the balance of lean protein, rice and vegetables. It is also a very convenient meal because the beef, rice and vegetable filling makes several portions, so you can prepare it once and enjoy it over a few meals.
- 800 g lean minced beef
- 1 can tomatoes (about 400 g)
- 1 can corn (about 400 g)
- 1 can beans (about 400 g)
- 2 carrots
- 2 onions
- 5 garlic cloves
- 1 bell pepper
- salt, black pepper, spices to taste (I usually go with smoked paprika, oregano and seasoning mixes)
- 200 g rice
- 10 pcs tortilla bread
- salad leaves
- tomato
- avocado
- greek youghurt
- cilantro
- 1 Prepare the vegetables
Chop the carrots, onion, garlic and bell pepper. Heat a pan over medium heat and start by cooking the carrots first. After a few minutes, add the onion, garlic and bell pepper. Cook until softened, then set aside.
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Cook the beefIn the same pan, add the minced beef. Cook it while constantly breaking it up with a spatula so the pieces stay small. Season with salt, pepper and spices to taste. I usually add around 3–5 tablespoons of smoked paprika, 1 tablespoon of oregano and any other spice mixes I like.
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Cook the riceWhile the beef is cooking, start boiling the rice according to the package instructions.
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Add beans, corn and tomatoesRinse the canned beans and corn with water. Once the beef is fully cooked, add the canned tomatoes, beans and corn to the pan. Let everything cook together for about 10 minutes. Then add the cooked carrot, onion, garlic and bell pepper mixture back into the pan and combine well.
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Prepare the fresh toppingsPrepare any vegetables you like for your burritos. My favorites are sliced avocado, bell pepper, salad leaves and tomato. You can also prepare Greek yoghurt for serving.
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Assemble the burritosPlace a burrito wrap on a plate. Add the fillings in layers. I usually start with salad leaves, then rice, beef mixture, tomato, bell pepper and avocado. Finish with Greek yoghurt. Wrap it up, garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired, and your burrito is ready to enjoy.
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