Heart-Healthy Beef Flautas

Savor the goodness of *Heart-Healthy Beef Flautas*, a wholesome twist on a Mexican classic. These crispy, oven-baked flautas are made with lean ground beef, vibrant veggies like green bell pepper and onion, and a medley of spices including smoked paprika and cumin for a flavorful filling. The use of whole wheat tortillas and a light spritz of canola oil cooking spray keeps this recipe low in fat while delivering crunch without deep-frying. Topped with creamy diced avocado, zesty cilantro, a dollop of light sour cream, and a squeeze of fresh lime, these flautas are as nutritious as they are delicious. Ready in under an hour, this heart-healthy dinner is perfect for busy weeknights or for impressing guests with a guilt-free take on a beloved dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef (93% lean)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 units garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup low-sodium beef broth
• 8 small whole wheat tortillas
• 1 unit canola oil cooking spray
• 1 medium avocado, diced
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 cup light sour cream
• 1 medium lime, cut into wedges

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and green bell pepper; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the lean ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Pour in the low-sodium beef broth and let it simmer for about 3-4 minutes until the liquid has reduced and the flavors have melded together.

Step 7

Warm the whole wheat tortillas in the microwave for about 15 seconds to make them more pliable.

Step 8

Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the beef mixture onto the lower third of each tortilla. Roll each tortilla tightly and place them seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9

Lightly spray the flautas with canola oil cooking spray to help them crisp up in the oven.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until lightly browned and crispy.

Step 11

While the flautas are baking, prepare the toppings: dice the avocado, chop the cilantro, and prepare the lime wedges.

Step 12

Once flautas are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a minute or two.

Step 13

Serve the flautas warm, topped with diced avocado, chopped cilantro, a dollop of light sour cream, and a squeeze of lime juice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1631.5 grams (1631.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2493

Total Fat 106.50g	137%
Saturated Fat 24.50g	123%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 351mg	117%
Sodium 4358mg	189%
Total Carbohydrate 253.90g	92%
Dietary Fiber 43.10g	154%
Total Sugars 18.40g
Protein 153.80g	308%

Vitamin D 32IU	159%
Calcium 671mg	52%
Iron 29mg	159%
Potassium 4022mg	86%

*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: 37.0%

Protein: 23.8%

Carbs: 39.2%