Description
Mexican-inspired cheesy beef fiesta wraps deliver bold flavors in a quick dinner solution. Hearty ground beef, melted cheese, and zesty seasonings create a satisfying meal you can enjoy with minimal preparation time.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8 flour tortillas (8-inch size)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
Seasoning and Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade taco seasoning)
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Toppings and Garnishes:
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped lettuce
- 1/4 cup diced onions
- 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the beef by heating olive oil in a large skillet over medium temperature. Crumble ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes, ensuring thorough browning while breaking into smaller pieces.
- Enhance the beef’s flavor by stirring in taco seasoning and a splash of water. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the meat evenly. Remove from heat.
- Create a flavor base on each tortilla by spreading a layer of salsa and sour cream across the surface.
- Distribute the seasoned beef centrally on each tortilla, leaving room for additional toppings.
- Layer the wrap with shredded cheese, crisp lettuce, fresh diced tomatoes, chopped onions, and creamy avocado slices.
- Fold the tortilla sides inward, then roll from the bottom upward to create a compact, secure wrap.
- For a crispy exterior, place wraps in a hot skillet and toast 1-2 minutes per side until the tortilla turns golden and cheese melts internally.
- Finish by garnishing with fresh cilantro and serve immediately with additional salsa, guacamole, or crispy tortilla chips alongside.
Notes
- Customize your seasoning by mixing homemade taco blend for a more authentic flavor profile and control over salt levels.
- Drain ground beef thoroughly to prevent soggy wraps and ensure a crisp texture when toasting.
- Select fresh, high-quality tortillas that are pliable and won’t crack during wrapping for the best presentation and eating experience.
- For gluten-free option, swap wheat tortillas with corn tortillas or large lettuce leaves as a low-carb alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg