Description
A keto burrito is a delicious low-carb alternative to the traditional burrito, focusing on high-protein ingredients, healthy fats, and low-carb vegetables wrapped in a keto-friendly low-carb tortilla or served as a bowl. It avoids high-carb ingredients like flour tortillas, rice, beans, and sugary sauces, making it perfect for those following a ketogenic diet while still enjoying classic burrito flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Wrap/Base
- 1 low-carb tortilla (made with almond flour, coconut flour, or fiber-based wrap)
- Or large lettuce leaves or cheese wraps for alternative bases
Protein
- 6 oz grilled chicken, beef, steak, ground beef, pork, shrimp, or 3 scrambled eggs for breakfast version
Vegetables
- 1/4 cup cauliflower rice
- 1/4 cup sautéed bell peppers (use sparingly)
- 1/4 cup fresh spinach or lettuce
- 2 tablespoons chopped onions (optional, in moderation)
- 1/4 cup zucchini slices (optional)
Healthy Fats
- 1/4 avocado or 2 tablespoons guacamole
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1/4 cup shredded cheese or 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- Keto-friendly sauce such as homemade salsa or sour cream–based sauce
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Protein: Choose your preferred protein (grilled chicken, beef, ground beef, shrimp, or eggs). Season with cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook the protein on the stovetop over medium heat until fully cooked and nicely browned. For breakfast burrito, scramble the eggs with seasonings.
- Cook the Vegetables: Lightly sauté the bell peppers, onions, and zucchini in a separate pan using a little oil or butter just until tender. Alternatively, steam cauliflower rice and prepare fresh spinach or lettuce.
- Prepare the Keto Wrap or Base: Warm the low-carb tortilla or prepare large lettuce leaves or cheese wraps if using as a base. If using a bowl version, skip this step.
- Assemble the Burrito: On the tortilla or chosen base, layer the cooked protein, sautéed vegetables, cauliflower rice, and fresh greens. Add healthy fats like sliced avocado or guacamole, sour cream, shredded or cream cheese, and your preferred keto-friendly sauce.
- Wrap and Serve: Carefully roll up the tortilla into a burrito shape or assemble everything into a bowl. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Adjust vegetables and seasoning quantities to fit your carb allowance for the day.
- You can omit the tortilla entirely and enjoy the burrito ingredients as a salad bowl for a lower-carb option.
- Ensure all sauces you use are sugar-free and keto-approved.
- Use cheese wraps or large lettuce leaves as a grain-free wrap alternative.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
