Low Sodium Beefy Five Layer Burrito
Elevate your burrito game with this flavor-packed Low Sodium Beefy Five Layer Burrito! Perfect for those seeking a healthier twist on a takeout favorite, this recipe combines lean, seasoned ground beef with no-salt-added refried beans, creamy low-sodium sour cream, and gooey cheddar cheese—all wrapped in hearty whole wheat tortillas. Fresh Roma tomatoes, crisp iceberg lettuce, and vibrant green onions add a refreshing crunch to each bite, while warm spices like cumin and chili powder deliver bold, satisfying flavor without relying on excess salt. Ready in just 35 minutes, these burritos are easy to assemble and can even be toasted for extra texture. Ideal for a wholesome lunch or dinner, they’re proof that low sodium can still mean big taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Lean ground beef (90% lean)
- 0.5 cup Onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste, no salt added
- 0.5 cup Water
- 4 Whole wheat tortillas, 10-inch
- 1 cup Low sodium refried beans
- 1 cup Low sodium cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Low sodium sour cream
- 1 cup Roma tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup Iceberg lettuce, shredded
- 0.25 cup Green onions, sliced
Instructions
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion until the beef is browned and the onion is translucent, about 8-10 minutes.
Drain any excess grease from the skillet.
Add garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, tomato paste, and water to the beef mixture. Stir well to combine, and let it simmer for another 5 minutes on low heat. Adjust seasoning as needed.
While the beef mixture is simmering, warm the refried beans in a small saucepan over low heat or microwave them for 1-2 minutes until heated through.
To assemble the burrito, lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spread 1/4 cup of refried beans in the center of the tortilla, leaving about a 2-inch border.
On top of the beans, spread an even layer of 2 tablespoons of sour cream.
Add approximately 1/4 cup of the seasoned beef mixture over the sour cream.
Sprinkle 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the beef.
Add 1/4 cup of diced tomatoes, 1/4 cup of shredded lettuce, and a sprinkle of sliced green onions on top.
Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll it from the bottom up, ensuring it is tightly wrapped.
Repeat the layering process with the remaining tortillas and filling ingredients.
Once all burritos are assembled, optionally toast them on a dry skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes on each side to create a slight crisp.
Serve immediately, and enjoy your homemade low sodium beefy five layer burritos.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2534 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.3 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.0 g | 310% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 520 mg | 173% | |
| Sodium | 1978 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 200.7 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.0 g | 129% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.5 g | ||
| Protein | 164.2 g | 328% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 1487 mg | 114% | |
| Iron | 27.1 mg | 151% | |
| Potassium | 4010 mg | 85% | |
*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.
