Mediterranean Diet Classic Ground Beef Burrito
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Mediterranean Diet Classic Ground Beef Burrito, a wholesome twist on a traditional favorite. Packed with lean ground beef simmered in aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika, this recipe offers a flavorful, nutrient-rich meal perfect for health-conscious foodies. The filling is layered with baby spinach, creamy feta cheese, and crisp diced cucumber, all wrapped in hearty whole wheat tortillas for a Mediterranean-inspired feast. A refreshing drizzle of tangy Greek yogurt sauce, infused with parsley and lemon juice, completes this balanced dish that's ready in just 35 minutes. Ideal for a quick yet satisfying family dinner, this burrito combines vibrant Mediterranean flavors with the convenience of an easy handheld meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups baby spinach leaves
- 4 whole wheat tortillas
- 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the lean ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Drain any excess fat from the skillet and return it to the heat.
Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and excess liquid to evaporate.
While the beef mixture simmers, warm the whole wheat tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds per side.
To assemble the burritos, lay each tortilla flat and place an even amount of baby spinach leaves in the center.
Spoon a portion of the beef mixture over the spinach.
Top with crumbled feta cheese and diced cucumber.
Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll it tightly from the bottom up to enclose the filling.
In a small bowl, combine plain Greek yogurt, fresh parsley, and lemon juice to create a quick sauce.
Serve the burritos warm with a drizzle of the yogurt sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2087 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.3 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.9 g | 194% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 393 mg | 131% | |
| Sodium | 4866 mg | 212% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 144.3 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.6 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.6 g | ||
| Protein | 146.6 g | 293% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1082 mg | 83% | |
| Iron | 24.9 mg | 138% | |
| Potassium | 2265 mg | 48% | |
*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.
