Low Fat Beef and Cheese Crispitos
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these irresistible Low Fat Beef and Cheese Crispitos—an oven-baked, healthier twist on a Tex-Mex classic. Packed with a flavorful blend of seasoned lean ground beef, gooey low-fat cheddar cheese, and the aromatic kick of cumin and chili powder, this recipe delivers all the indulgent taste you crave without the guilt. Wrapped in hearty whole wheat tortillas and baked to crispy perfection, these crispitos make a satisfying meal or snack that’s lighter on calories yet big on crunch. Serve them with zesty salsa, creamy low-fat sour cream, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for an easy, crowd-pleasing dish that’s ready in just 45 minutes. Perfect for family dinners, parties, or meal prep, these crispy delights are sure to become a new favorite! Keywords: low-fat crispitos recipe, baked Tex-Mex snack, healthy beef and cheese wraps.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Lean ground beef (90% lean)
- 1 cup Low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
- 8 large Whole wheat tortillas
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 bottle Olive oil spray
- 1 cup Salsa
- 0.5 cup Low-fat sour cream (optional, for serving)
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a nonstick skillet over medium heat, add the lean ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-6 minutes.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook until the onions are translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in cumin powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Remove the skillet from heat and allow the beef mixture to cool slightly. Stir in the shredded low-fat cheddar cheese until well incorporated.
Lay a tortilla on a clean surface and spoon about 1/4 cup of the beef and cheese mixture along one edge of the tortilla. Roll the tortilla tightly and place it seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
Lightly spray the top of each rolled tortilla with olive oil spray.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the tortillas are crisp and lightly golden.
Serve the crispitos warm with salsa and optional low-fat sour cream. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4464 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 325.7 g | 418% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.2 g | 176% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 420 mg | 140% | |
| Sodium | 8666 mg | 377% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 235.7 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.0 g | 121% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.2 g | ||
| Protein | 193.8 g | 388% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1578 mg | 121% | |
| Iron | 26.8 mg | 149% | |
| Potassium | 3545 mg | 75% | |
*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.
