Low Sodium Classic Beef Burritos
Satisfy your Tex-Mex cravings with this flavorful recipe for Low Sodium Classic Beef Burritos, a health-conscious twist on a fan-favorite dish! Perfect for those watching their salt intake, this recipe features lean ground beef simmered in a rich blend of low sodium beef broth, no salt added tomato paste, and aromatic spices like cumin and oregano. Served on wholesome whole wheat tortillas, these burritos are layered with crunchy shredded lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, low sodium cheddar cheese, and a creamy dollop of Greek yogurt as a healthier alternative to sour cream. Finished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime, these burritos are quick to prepare—ready in just 40 minutes—and make the ultimate wholesome, satisfying meal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 Medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Low sodium beef broth
- 3 tablespoons No salt added tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons Salt-free chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 6 Whole wheat flour tortillas (10 inches)
- 2 cups Shredded lettuce
- 1 cup Diced tomatoes
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese (low sodium)
- 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt (as a sour cream substitute)
- 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro
- 4 Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks, about 7-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
Stir in the low sodium beef broth, no salt added tomato paste, salt-free chili powder, cumin, oregano, and ground black pepper. Mix well and let it simmer for about 10 minutes until the mixture thickens.
While the beef mixture cooks, warm the tortillas to make them pliable, either by heating in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side or wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 30 seconds.
Lay a tortilla flat and add about 1/2 cup of the beef mixture down the center.
Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, a sprinkle of shredded cheese, and a dollop of Greek yogurt.
Fold in the sides of the tortilla and then roll it up from the bottom to enclose the filling completely.
Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
Serve the burritos with chopped cilantro and lime wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2820 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 116.9 g | 150% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.6 g | 233% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 407 mg | 136% | |
| Sodium | 3585 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 273.7 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.9 g | 178% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.1 g | ||
| Protein | 183.5 g | 367% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1547 mg | 119% | |
| Iron | 34.7 mg | 193% | |
| Potassium | 3202 mg | 68% | |
*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.
