Italian Burritos
Discover a bold fusion of flavors with these irresistible Italian Burritos—a creative twist on classic comfort food! Perfectly seasoned Italian sausage is browned and simmered with fragrant garlic, sweet red bell peppers, and rich marinara sauce, creating a hearty filling that captures the essence of Italian cuisine. Encased in warm, pliable flour tortillas, each burrito is overflowing with melty mozzarella, nutty Parmesan, and fresh basil for a burst of savory freshness in every bite. Toast them to golden perfection for added crispiness, and serve as a crowd-pleasing alternative to traditional burritos. With just 15 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cook time, this recipe is a quick, family-friendly dinner option that combines Italian charm with handheld convenience. Perfect for fans of fusion dishes, this Italian Burrito recipe is guaranteed to ignite your taste buds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces large flour tortillas
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cups fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
Remove the casings from the Italian sausage and add the meat to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until it is browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.
Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper, and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
Lower the heat to medium and pour in the marinara sauce. Stir to combine and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped fresh basil.
Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or in the microwave until pliable, about 15-20 seconds each.
To assemble the burritos, place a tortilla on a flat surface. Spoon a quarter of the sausage mixture down the center of the tortilla.
Top the filling with 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll it up tightly to enclose the filling. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
Optional: Heat a clean skillet over medium-high heat and place the rolled burritos seam-side down. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side to toast the tortillas and seal the seams.
Serve the Italian burritos warm, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3680 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 232.5 g | 298% | |
| Saturated Fat | 88.3 g | 442% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 564 mg | 188% | |
| Sodium | 8918 mg | 388% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 201.9 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.4 g | ||
| Protein | 186.6 g | 373% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 2482 mg | 191% | |
| Iron | 18.4 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 2499 mg | 53% | |
*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.
