Paleo Classic Beef Burritos
Discover a guilt-free twist on a Tex-Mex favorite with these Paleo Classic Beef Burritos! Bursting with bold flavors, this recipe swaps traditional flour tortillas for crisp, fresh lettuce wraps, making it both grain-free and low-carb. Sautéed ground beef is seasoned with aromatic spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika, then simmered to perfection with diced tomatoes and a touch of tomato paste. Topped with creamy avocado slices, vibrant cilantro, and a squeeze of lime, these burritos deliver a balanced blend of savory and zesty notes in every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this paleo-friendly dish is the perfect choice for anyone seeking a wholesome, allergy-friendly meal that's packed with flavor and easy to customize.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 1 cup Canned diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp Chili powder
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 0.5 tsp Sea salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 8 leaves Large lettuce leaves (such as romaine or iceberg)
- 1 medium Avocado, sliced
- 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
- 2 whole Lime wedges
Instructions
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 3 minutes until the onions are translucent.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the tomato paste, canned diced tomatoes, chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix well until combined.
Lower the heat to medium and let the beef mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
While the beef is simmering, prepare the lettuce leaves by washing and patting them dry. These will serve as your burrito 'wraps'.
Once the beef mixture is ready, begin assembling the burritos. Lay one lettuce leaf flat and spoon about 2-3 tablespoons of the beef mixture onto the center of the leaf.
Top with a few slices of avocado and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro for extra freshness.
Carefully fold the sides of the lettuce leaf over the filling and roll it up, similar to wrapping a burrito.
Repeat the process for the remaining lettuce leaves and beef mixture.
Serve the Paleo Classic Beef Burritos with lime wedges on the side for a zesty finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1741 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 139.5 g | 179% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.5 g | 208% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 326 mg | 109% | |
| Sodium | 1887 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.4 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.9 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.2 g | ||
| Protein | 87.8 g | 176% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 258 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 15.4 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 3300 mg | 70% | |
*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.
