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Three frozen burritos wrapped in foil with meat and vegetables.
5 from 4 votes

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 30 minutes
Cook 25 minutes
Total 55 minutes
Fat 18
Carbs 36
Protein 19
Yield 16

Ingredients

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

Instructions

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.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 384kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 18g | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g