Heart-Healthy Beefy Five Layer Burrito
Elevate your burrito game with this **Heart-Healthy Beefy Five Layer Burrito**, a delicious and guilt-free twist on a Tex-Mex favorite. Packed with lean ground beef, nutrient-dense black beans, and fiber-rich brown rice, this recipe delivers satisfying, protein-packed layers while keeping your heart in mind. Wrapped in wholesome whole wheat tortillas, each burrito is finished with creamy mashed avocado, low-fat Greek yogurt, zingy salsa, and a crisp crunch of fresh lettuce and tomatoes. With bold flavors from chili powder, cumin, and lime, these burritos are made with simple, wholesome ingredients in just 40 minutes. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal, they’re a flavorful and health-conscious option that the whole family will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Lean Ground Beef (95% lean)
- 6 Whole Wheat Tortillas
- 1 cup Brown Rice
- 1 can Low-Sodium Black Beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 large Avocado
- 0.5 cup Low-fat Greek Yogurt
- 0.5 cup Salsa
- 2 cups Shredded Lettuce
- 1 cup Chopped Tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 Lime
- 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
Cook 1 cup of brown rice according to package instructions, then set aside to cool slightly.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and brown the 1 pound of lean ground beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks for about 5-7 minutes.
Once the beef is mostly browned, add 1 teaspoon of chili powder, 0.5 teaspoon of ground cumin, 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder, 0.5 teaspoon salt, and 0.25 teaspoon black pepper. Stir to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the beef is fully cooked. Remove from heat and set aside.
Warm the whole wheat tortillas briefly either in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side or wrap them in foil and heat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5 minutes.
Prepare the avocado by cutting it in half, removing the pit, and scooping the flesh into a bowl. Mash with a fork and add the juice of 1 lime, mixing thoroughly to prevent browning.
To assemble the burrito, lay a tortilla flat and spread a layer of mashed avocado, about 2 tablespoons.
Next, add approximately 2 tablespoons of cooked brown rice followed by 2 tablespoons of black beans.
Add a layer of the cooked seasoned beef, about 3 tablespoons.
Top with a tablespoon of low-fat Greek yogurt and a tablespoon of salsa.
Finish with a handful of shredded lettuce and some chopped tomatoes.
Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll the burrito from bottom to top. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and enjoy your heart-healthy feast!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2934 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.2 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.6 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 378 mg | 126% | |
| Sodium | 4482 mg | 195% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 321.9 g | 117% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 71.0 g | 254% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.7 g | ||
| Protein | 199.2 g | 398% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 758 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 32.0 mg | 178% | |
| Potassium | 5544 mg | 118% | |
*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.
