Beef & Bean Burrito
Yield: Makes 6 servings
Steak plays a supporting role in these easy-to-make burritos. It's the straightforward flavors of cilantro and green chilies that capture the essence of Mexican cuisine.
Ingredients:
1/2
pound beef round steak, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1
can (about 15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1
can (about 4 ounces) diced mild green chilies, drained
1/4
cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
6
(6-inch) flour tortillas, warmed
1/2
cup (2 ounces) shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
Salsa and fat-free sour cream (optional)
Preparation:
1.
Spray nonstick skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium heat until hot. Add steak and garlic; cook and stir 5 minutes or until steak is cooked to desired doneness.
2.
Stir beans, chilies and cilantro into skillet; cook and stir 5 minutes or until heated through.
3.
Spoon steak mixture evenly down center of each tortilla; sprinkle cheese evenly over each tortilla. Fold bottom end of tortilla over filling; roll to enclose. Serve with salsa and fat-free sour cream, if desired.
Nutritional Information:
| Serving Size: 1 burrito (without salsa and sour cream) |
| Sodium |
956 mg |
| Protein |
19 g |
| Fiber |
1 g |
| Carbohydrate |
36 g |
| Cholesterol |
31 mg |
| Saturated Fat |
2 g |
| Total Fat |
7 g |
| Calories from Fat |
22 % |
| Calories |
278 |
Dietary Exchange:
| Fat |
1/2 |
| Meat |
1-1/2 |
| Vegetable |
1 |
| Starch |
2 |