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5 from 3 votes

Easy Beef Burritos

​A hearty, high-protein burrito perfect for any meal of the day! Or make for meal prep and stash away in the freezer for easy meals when you need them.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: beef burritos, burritos, easy beef burritos, meal prep burritos
Servings: 6
Calories: 477kcal
Author: Jordan Smith

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Ingredients

  • 6 burrito tortillas
  • 1 lb 93% ground beef
  • 1 cup quinoa cooked
  • 1 packet low sodium taco seasoning
  • 15 oz corn canned
  • 15 oz black beans canned
  • ½ onion diced
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 1 jalapeno diced
  • ½ cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • toppings: cilantro, sour cream, whatever you like

Instructions

  • Gather all ingredients. Wash & chop accordingly.
  • Wash and cook quinoa.
  • While quinoa is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add olive oil to the skillet.
  • Add garlic and onion. Cook for about 3 minutes, until translucent.
  • Add bell pepper and jalapeno. Cook for about 3 minutes, until peppers are soft.
  • Add ground beef to the skillet. Cook for about 8 minutes, until meat is fully cooked.
  • Add taco seasoning packet to the skillet. Mix well.
  • Add corn, black beans, and cooked quinoa to the skillet.
  • Mix really well until everything is combined.
  • Sprinkle the mixture with cheese and cilantro. Let sit for about a minute, until melted. Turn off heat and let cool.
  • Lay out 6 burrito tortillas.
  • Separate the scramble evenly into the tortillas.
  • Roll into sealed burritos.
  • Wrap in foil and store in a sealed bag in the fridge or freezer.

Nutrition

Calories: 477kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 15g | Fiber: 9g