Low Carb Classic Ground Beef Burrito
Satisfy your Tex-Mex cravings while staying true to your low-carb lifestyle with this irresistible Low Carb Classic Ground Beef Burrito recipe. Packed with seasoned ground beef, savory spices like smoked paprika and chili powder, and fresh toppings like diced tomatoes and crisp romaine lettuce, this dish offers all the bold flavors of a traditional burrito without the carb overload. Wrapped in soft, low-carb tortillas and finished with cheddar cheese and a dollop of sour cream, these burritos are quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this keto-friendly recipe delivers on taste and nutrition, making it a must-try for burrito lovers everywhere.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, chopped onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 large low-carb tortillas
- 1 cup, shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup, shredded romaine lettuce
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 1 medium, diced tomato
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine and cook for another 2 minutes to blend the flavors.
Warm the low-carb tortillas according to package instructions to make them pliable.
To assemble each burrito, place a tortilla on a flat surface, and layer with 1/4 of the cooked beef mixture.
Sprinkle 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the beef.
Add a portion of shredded romaine lettuce and diced tomato on top.
Finish with a dollop of sour cream.
Carefully roll up the tortilla, tucking in the sides as you go to enclose the filling.
Serve the burritos warm and enjoy your low-carb classic beef burritos.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2412 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 173.6 g | 223% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.8 g | 364% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 452 mg | 151% | |
| Sodium | 5032 mg | 219% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 119.7 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.0 g | 171% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.4 g | ||
| Protein | 128.6 g | 257% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1162 mg | 89% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 2459 mg | 52% | |
*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.
