Roast Beef Cheddar Burritos with Fresh Lettuce

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Roast Beef Cheddar Burritos with Fresh Lettuce transform your leftover roast beef into a mouthwatering Mexican feast. This non-vegetarian recipe is a fantastic way to enjoy a quick and satisfying dinner, featuring tender beef, fresh vegetables, and gooey Cheddar cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, these burritos are gluten and dairy-friendly, making them a versatile option for your meal planning.

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Overview

Transform your leftover roast beef into a delicious Mexican-inspired meal with these savory burritos. Packed with seasoned beef, fresh vegetables, and melted Cheddar cheese, these burritos are perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.

Diet Type

Non-Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Gluten

Cuisine

Mexican

Serving Size: 6

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 Medium onion, minced
• 1 Clove garlic, minced
• 4 Whole tomatoes, minced
• 2 Cups cooked roast beef, shredded
• 1 8 Ounces jar taco sauce, packaged
• 1 4 Ounces can green chile peppers, diced
• 0.5 Teaspoons cumin
• 1 Pinch red pepper flakes, to taste
• 6 7 Inch flour tortillas, packaged
• 1.5 Cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 Cups lettuce, shredded

Steps

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced onion and minced garlic, cooking until tender and transparent, about 5 minutes.
2. Stir in the minced tomatoes, shredded roast beef, taco sauce, diced green chile peppers, cumin, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring the mixture to a boil.
3. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer the mixture uncovered for 25 minutes, or until it thickens.
4. Lay the warmed tortillas on a clean, flat surface. Spread approximately 2/3 cup of the beef mixture in the center of each tortilla.
5. Evenly sprinkle the shredded Cheddar cheese and shredded lettuce over the beef mixture.
6. Fold over the ends and sides of each tortilla to form a burrito package. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Enjoy your homemade Roast Beef Cheddar Burritos with Fresh Lettuce!