Famous Burritos

Get ready to fall in love with these hearty and flavor-packed Famous Burritos, a homemade classic that’s perfect for dinner or meal prep! Juicy, seasoned ground beef is simmered with bold spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika, then complemented by tender black beans and zesty salsa for a filling that’s irresistibly savory. Served in soft, warm flour tortillas and loaded with fluffy rice, shredded cheddar cheese, crisp lettuce, fresh tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a dollop of tangy sour cream, these burritos deliver a vibrant symphony of textures and flavors in every bite. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes and endlessly customizable, they’re perfect for satisfying cravings or feeding a crowd. Whether you enjoy them fresh out of the skillet or wrapped for on-the-go convenience, these burritos are sure to become your new favorite go-to meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.75 cup salsa
• 6 pieces flour tortillas (large burrito-size)
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 0.5 cup diced tomatoes
• 1 large avocado, diced
• 0 hot sauce (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon (about 7-8 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Sprinkle the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, and salt over the beef. Stir well to coat the beef evenly with the spices.

Step 6

Mix in the black beans and salsa. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 7

Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for easier folding.

Step 8

Assemble the burritos by placing a scoop of cooked rice in the center of each tortilla.

Step 9

Top the rice with the beef and bean mixture, shredded cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, and a dollop of sour cream. Add hot sauce if desired.

Step 10

Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll it up tightly to form a burrito.

Step 11

Serve immediately or wrap in foil for on-the-go meals.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2464 grams (2464.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4234

Total Fat 216.60g	278%
Saturated Fat 87.80g	439%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.50g
Cholesterol 460mg	153%
Sodium 7770mg	338%
Total Carbohydrate 413.90g	151%
Dietary Fiber 45.80g	164%
Total Sugars 30.60g
Protein 166.80g	334%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1684mg	130%
Iron 33mg	181%
Potassium 4161mg	89%

*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: 45.6%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 38.8%