Description
Mexican-inspired cheesy beef fiesta wraps pack incredible flavor into a quick weeknight dinner. Spicy ground beef, melted cheese, and fresh toppings create a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
Cheese:
- 1 cup (240 ml) cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup (240 ml) monterey jack cheese, shredded
Vegetables and Extras:
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) salsa
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) sour cream
- 1 cup lettuce, shredded
- 1 tomato, diced
- 2 jalapenos, optional
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, optional
Instructions
- Sizzle diced onions and minced garlic in olive oil over medium heat until translucent and aromatic, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Introduce ground beef to the skillet, crumbling and browning the meat thoroughly while cooking, then carefully drain any accumulated fat.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning over the beef, incorporating a small amount of water, and allow the mixture to simmer for 5 minutes, ensuring the meat absorbs the robust flavors.
- Gently warm tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave to enhance their pliability.
- Create a delectable base layer by spreading shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese across each tortilla, then top with the seasoned beef mixture.
- Customize your wraps by adding vibrant salsa, creamy sour cream, crisp lettuce, diced tomatoes, and additional preferred garnishes.
- Carefully fold and roll the tortillas, creating compact bundles. Optional: For an extra crispy exterior, briefly grill the wrapped tortillas in a hot skillet until lightly golden.
- Serve immediately while warm, ensuring maximum flavor and texture enjoyment.
Notes
- Switch to lean ground beef or turkey for a healthier protein option that still packs tons of flavor.
- Experiment with different cheese blends like pepper jack or queso fresco to add unexpected zesty notes to your wraps.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time for quick weeknight meals, storing seasoned beef and chopped veggies separately in sealed containers.
- Consider making vegetarian versions by substituting ground beef with black beans, lentils, or plant-based crumbles for a protein-packed alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg