Bean and cheese burrito

A bean and cheese burrito is a hearty, handheld dish from Mexican-American cuisine, featuring a warm flour tortilla wrapped around a filling of savory refried or whole beans and melted cheese. It's a simple, satisfying staple often customized with additions like rice, salsa, or sour cream, and is a popular quick meal or snack.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This burrito is typically high in carbohydrates from the tortilla and beans, with a good amount of protein from the beans and cheese, and moderate fat from the cheese and any added oils. A standard serving provides a solid source of fiber, calcium, and iron, with a rough calorie range of 300-500 depending on size and specific ingredients.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	390 kcal
Protein	15 g
Carbs	42 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	8 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	850 mg
Calcium	200 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Potassium	400 mg
Vitamin A	150 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	5 mg
Vitamin B12	1.2 mcg
Folate	120 mcg DFE
Phosphorus	220 mg

Per 1 burrito (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents the fusion of traditional Mexican ingredients with the convenience-focused, portable format popularized in the United States. Nutritionally, the combination of beans and a grain (tortilla) creates a complete protein, making it a satisfying and balanced option for vegetarians.