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Bean burrito

Calories & nutrition facts

fast foods, with beans

206
calorieskcal per 100 g
Protein6.5 g
Carbs33 g
Fat6.2 g
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Nutrition facts

Per 100 g% DV
  • Calories 206 kcal —
  • Protein 6.5 g 13%
  • Carbohydrate 33 g 12%
  • Fat 6.2 g 8%
  • Saturated fat 3.2 g 16%
  • Sodium 454 mg 20%
  • Cholesterol 2 mg 1%

Vitamins & minerals

Per 100 g% DV

Vitamins

  • Vitamin C 0.9 mg 1%
  • Thiamin (B1) 0.29 mg 24%
  • Riboflavin (B2) 0.28 mg 22%
  • Niacin (B3) 1.9 mg 12%
  • Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.92 mg 18%
  • Vitamin B6 0.14 mg 8%
  • Folate (B9) 40 µg 10%
  • Vitamin B12 0.5 µg 21%
  • Choline 26.8 mg 5%

Minerals

  • Calcium 52 mg 4%
  • Iron 2.1 mg 12%
  • Magnesium 40 mg 10%
  • Phosphorus 45 mg 4%
  • Potassium 301 mg 6%
  • Zinc 0.7 mg 6%
  • Copper 0.17 mg 19%
  • Manganese 0.4 mg 17%
  • Selenium 10.1 µg 18%

Calories by portion

PortionWeightCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
100 g100 g2066.5 g33 g6.2 g
1 × pieces217 g44714 g71 g14 g
2 × pieces434 g89428 g143 g27 g
½ × pieces108.5 g2247 g36 g6.7 g
3 × pieces651 g134142 g214 g41 g
4 × pieces868 g178856 g286 g54 g

Questions about Bean burrito

How do you stop a bean burrito from going soggy?

Drain and mash the beans until thick, and keep salsa and other wet fillings to a thin layer. Warm the tortilla first so it folds without cracking, then toast the seam side down in a dry frying pan.

How do you fold a bean burrito so the filling stays inside?

Put the filling in a strip just below the centre, leaving the sides clear. Fold the sides in, bring the bottom edge over the filling, tuck it snugly, then roll forwards; toast it seam-side down to seal.

How do you reheat a bean burrito?

For a soft tortilla, wrap it in a slightly damp paper towel and microwave until steaming hot in the middle, turning it halfway through. For a crisp outside, finish it in a dry frying pan over medium heat for a few minutes, turning once.

Can you freeze bean burritos?

Yes. Cool the filling before wrapping, leave out fresh lettuce and sour cream, and wrap each burrito tightly. Freeze for up to three months; defrost in the fridge overnight before reheating until steaming hot throughout.

What goes well in a bean burrito?

Rice, grated cheese, sautéed peppers and onions, sweetcorn, and chopped coriander all work well. Add salsa, lime juice or pickled jalapeños for freshness and acidity, but keep juicy toppings modest so the tortilla does not split.

What is the difference between a bean burrito and a bean and cheese burrito?

A bean and cheese burrito includes cheese, which adds richness and makes the filling melt together; a plain bean burrito can be dairy-free, depending on its ingredients. The bean and cheese version has 7.35 g of protein per 100 g, compared with 6.5 g in a bean burrito.

How much protein is in a typical bean burrito?

A typical burrito weighs about 217 g and provides 14 g of protein. Beans supply most of it, though the exact amount changes with the filling and tortilla.

Is a bean burrito vegetarian?

It can be, but check the filling: beans may be cooked with lard or meat stock, and cheese or sour cream are dairy. Choose beans cooked without animal products and omit dairy for a vegan burrito.

Source: USDA FoodData Central 172038 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded

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