Huevos Rancheros Burrito

The Huevos Rancheros Burrito is a hearty, handheld fusion of two Mexican breakfast staples: the classic Huevos Rancheros (eggs on tortillas with salsa) and the burrito. It typically features scrambled or fried eggs, refried beans, cheese, and a savory ranchero sauce, all wrapped in a large flour tortilla. This dish is a popular breakfast or brunch item, especially in Mexican-American cuisine.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally high in carbohydrates from the tortilla and beans, and provides a good amount of protein from the eggs and beans, with fat coming from cheese and cooking oils. A typical serving can range from 500 to 800 calories, depending on portion size and added ingredients like sour cream or guacamole.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	550 kcal
Protein	22 g
Carbs	55 g
Fat	28 g
Fiber	8 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	1200 mg
Calcium	150 mg
Iron	4.5 mg
Potassium	400 mg
Vitamin A	120 µg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin B12	1.2 µg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Magnesium	60 mg

Per 1 burrito (340 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents the delicious blending of traditional Mexican breakfast elements into a convenient, portable format popularized in the United States. Nutritionally, it's a complete meal that combines protein, fiber, and fats, making it very filling and energy-dense to start the day.