Make Ahead Freezer Burritos
These homemade frozen burritos are so easy to make and a lifesaver when you don't know what to pack for lunch!
Prep Time30 minutes mins
Cook Time25 minutes mins
Total Time55 minutes mins
Course: Meal Prep
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: frozen burritos
Servings: 16
Veggies
- 5 bell peppers any color, thinly sliced
- 1 large yellow onion thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
Rice
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2.25 cups water
Beef
- 2 lbs. 85% ground beef
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 5 tablespoons taco seasoning
- ¾ cup water
Other
- 8 oz. shredded white cheddar cheese
- 16 large flour tortillas
Veggies
First, preheat oven to 375ºF.
Then, prepare bell peppers and onion by thinly slicing.
Place veggies on a large baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
Then, season with taco seasoning and toss.
Bake at 375ºF for 20-25 minutes or until onions become translucent.
Set aside.
Rice
Place 1 cup of white rice and 2.25 cups of water into a small bot.
Bring to a boil over medium/high heat.
Once boiling, reduce heat to low and cover. Let simmer for around 15-20 minutes or until all water absorbs.
Beef
While the veggies are cooking, heat a large nonstick skillet over medium/high heat.
Then, add in ground beef and saute for 7-10 minutes or until almost fully browned.
Add in tomato paste, taco seasoning, and water and continue cooking for a few more minutes until liquid reduces.
Set aside.
Beef Burritos
Prepare beef burritos by laying out all 16 flour tortillas.
Then, evenly distribute beef, veggies, and rice.
Finally, sprinkle on a handful of cheese.
Tightly wrap each burrito by folding the sides in and rolling.
Then, wrap each individual burrito in a piece of tin foil and remove as much air as possible.
Store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Calories: 384kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 18g | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g