Low Fat Chorizo Burrito
Savor the bold, smoky flavors of a classic chorizo burrito with a healthy twist in this **Low Fat Chorizo Burrito** recipe. By using lean ground turkey instead of traditional pork, this dish delivers all the zesty spice you love without the extra calories. A blend of smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and a touch of cayenne pepper creates a homemade chorizo seasoning that’s bursting with flavor. Sautéed onions and red bell peppers add sweetness and depth, while whole wheat tortillas and low-fat cheddar cheese keep it wholesome. Topped with creamy avocado, fresh cilantro, and a dollop of your favorite salsa, these burritos are a quick and satisfying meal ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a meal prep option, this recipe combines healthy eating with the vibrant taste of Tex-Mex cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 pound lean ground turkey
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 0.5 medium onion, diced
- 0.5 red bell pepper, diced
- 4 pieces whole wheat tortillas
- 0.5 cup low-fat shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 0.5 cup salsa
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, smoked paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the spices are fully incorporated into the meat.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and red bell pepper, and sauté for 5 minutes or until the vegetables are soft.
Add the seasoned ground turkey to the skillet. Cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until it's browned and cooked through, about 7-9 minutes.
Warm the whole wheat tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 20-30 seconds per side, until soft and pliable.
To assemble the burritos, place each tortilla on a flat surface. Spoon a portion of the turkey chorizo mixture onto the center of each tortilla.
Top the meat with an even portion of low-fat shredded cheddar cheese, fresh cilantro, sliced avocado, and a couple of spoonfuls of salsa.
Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll the tortilla from the bottom up to form a burrito.
Serve immediately, and enjoy your low fat chorizo burritos!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1515 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.3 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.6 g | 73% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 182 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 3687 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.1 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.1 g | 108% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.4 g | ||
| Protein | 87.0 g | 174% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 732 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 2574 mg | 55% | |
*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.
