Try these five bulking burritos for gaining weight, which are all full of flavour and calories. These are the best for busy people who go out, as they are easy to carry in your backpack for lunch.
1. Chipotle burrito
| Ingredients | Quantity | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Steak | 6 oz (170g) | 250 |
| Flour Tortilla | 1 large | 200 |
| Cooked White Rice | ½ cup (92g) | 205 |
| Black Beans | ½ cup (130g) | 120 |
| Shredded Cheese | ¼ cup (28g) | 110 |
| Sautéed Peppers & Onions | ¼ cup (30g) | 50 |
| Chipotle Sauce | 2 tbsp (30g) | 65 |
| Total Calories | Per Burrito | 1000 |
Instructions:
- Prepare the Steak:
- Season the steak with salt, pepper, and any preferred spices.
- Grill or pan-sear the steak to your desired level of doneness.
- Let the steak rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.
- Cook the Rice and Beans:
- Prepare the rice according to the package instructions.
- Heat the beans in a saucepan until warm.
- Sauté the Vegetables:
- In a skillet, sauté sliced bell peppers and onions until tender.
- Prepare the Chipotle Sauce:
- In a bowl, mix finely chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce with sour cream or mayonnaise until well combined.
- Assemble the Burrito:
- Lay a tortilla flat and spread a layer of the chipotle sauce.
- Add a portion of rice, beans, sautéed vegetables, sliced steak, and shredded cheese.
- Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll it up tightly to enclose the filling.
- Serve:
- Optionally, toast the assembled burrito in a skillet for a crispy exterior.
- Serve warm, perhaps with additional chipotle sauce on the side.
Cost per Burrito GDP: £3.98
Cost per Burrito USD: $4.85
Cooking time: 40 minutes
| Macronutrients (per burrito) | Amount (grams) |
|---|---|
| Protein | 65g |
| Carbs | 105g |
| Fats | 35g |
2. Cheesy beef burrito
| Ingredients | Quantity | Calories (Total) |
|---|---|---|
| Ground Beef (lean) | 700g | 1540 |
| Bell Peppers | 1 cup diced | 40 |
| Onion | ½ cup diced | 30 |
| Olive Oil | 1 tbsp | 120 |
| Taco Seasoning | 1 packet | 30 |
| Water | ¼ cup | 0 |
| Greek Yogurt (full-fat) | ¼ cup | 50 |
| Cream Cheese | ¼ cup | 200 |
| Cheddar Cheese | ½ cup shredded | 220 |
| Flour Tortillas | 6 large | 1200 (200 each) |
| Total Calories | Per Burrito | 490 |
Instructions:
1. Cook the Cheesy Beef Filling
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced onions and bell peppers, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add 700g ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned.
- Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in taco seasoning and ¼ cup water, mix well, and simmer for 2 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in Greek yoghurt, cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and 2 tbsp water.
- Mix until the cheese melts and coats the beef evenly, forming a creamy, cheesy mixture.
- This will make enough filling for 6 burritos. Each burrito will use 1/6 of the beef filling.
2. Assemble the Burritos
- Warm the flour tortillas to make them pliable.
- Spoon 1/6 of the cheesy beef mixture onto the centre of each tortilla.
- Fold in the sides, then roll tightly to form a burrito.
3. Toast the Burritos (Optional)
- Heat a dry skillet over medium heat.
- Place burritos seam-side down and toast for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
4. Serve
- Let rest for a minute, then enjoy!
- Serve with extra Greek yoghurt, salsa, or guacamole if desired.
5. Storing Leftovers
- If you have leftover cheesy beef filling, let it cool and store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. You can also freeze the filling for up to 3 months.
Cost per Burrito GDP: £1.91
Cost per Burrito USD: $2.43
Cooking time: 30 minutes
| Macronutrients (per burrito) | Amount (grams) |
|---|---|
| Protein | 32g |
| Carbs | 40g |
| Fats | 22g |
3. Egg beef burrito
| Ingredients | Quantity | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Lean Ground Beef | 1 lb (450g) | 1150 |
| Taco Seasoning | 1 packet | 30 |
| Cooking Spray | 1 spray (approx. 1/4 tsp) | 0 |
| Tomato Sauce | 2 tbsp | 20 |
| Avocado | 1 medium | 240 |
| Lime Juice | 1 tbsp | 4 |
| Greek Yogurt (optional) | 2 tbsp | 20 |
| Eggs | 12 large | 840 |
| Butter | 1 tbsp | 100 |
| Flour Tortillas | 4 large (1 per burrito) | 200 each |
| Total Calories | Per Burrito | 490 |
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Taco Meat:
- In a bowl, mix lean ground beef with taco seasoning. Use your hands to coat the meat evenly.
- Heat a pan on high heat and spray with cooking spray.
- Add the seasoned meat to the pan and cook until browned and crispy.
- Once cooked, add tomato sauce to the pan and stir to coat the taco meat. Set aside.
2. Make the Creamy Avocado Sauce:
- In a blender, combine avocado, lime juice, and Greek yoghurt (if using). Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Blend everything until smooth and creamy. You can use this as a topping for the burritos or as a dipping sauce on the side.
3. Cook the Scrambled Eggs:
- Crack 12 eggs into a bowl and beat them together.
- In a pan, melt a little butter and add the beaten eggs.
- Scramble the eggs until they are light and fluffy, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Assemble the Burritos:
- Warm your flour tortillas.
- Layer the cooked taco meat, scrambled eggs, and avocado sauce onto the tortillas.
- Roll the tortillas tightly to form burritos.
5. Toast the Burritos (Optional):
- To add a crispy touch, toast the assembled burritos in a pan for a minute or two on each side.
Serve:
- Serve immediately or meal prep ahead of time for the week. Reheat when ready to enjoy!
Cost per Burrito GDP: £2.67
Cost per Burrito USD: $3.18
Cooking time: 30 minutes
| Macronutrients (per burrito) | Amount (grams) |
|---|---|
| Protein | 37g |
| Carbs | 41g |
| Fats | 24g |
4. Egg avocado burrito
| Ingredients | Quantity | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Large Flour Tortilla | 1 large | 200 |
| Eggs | 3 large | 210 |
| Olive Oil (for frying) | 1 tbsp | 120 |
| Hash Brown Patty | 1 | 150 |
| Center Cut Bacon | 3 slices | 120 |
| Light Cheese | 1/4 cup | 80 |
| Avocado | 1/2 medium | 120 |
| Salsa (of choice) | 2 tbsp | 10 |
| Total Calories | Per Burrito | 950 |
Instructions:
- Prepare the Eggs:
- Crack 3 large eggs into a bowl and beat them.
- Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Pour the beaten eggs into the pan and scramble them until fully cooked, stirring occasionally.
- Cook the Hash Brown:
- If using an air fryer, place 1 hash brown patty in the air fryer.
- Air fry at 400°F for about 12-15 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown.
- If you don’t have an air fryer: Cook the hash brown patty in a skillet over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until crispy and golden.
- If using an air fryer, place 1 hash brown patty in the air fryer.
- Cook the Bacon:
- Cook 3 slices of centre-cut bacon in a pan over medium heat until crispy, or use your preferred method (like baking or microwaving).
- Assemble the Burrito:
- Lay out 1 large flour tortilla on a flat surface.
- Add the cooked scrambled eggs, 1 hash brown patty, 3 slices of centre-cut bacon, 1/4 cup of light shredded cheese, and 1/2 avocado (sliced).
- Wrap the Burrito:
- Fold the sides of the tortilla in and roll it up tightly to form your burrito.
- Optional: Toast the Burrito (without air fryer):
- Heat a pan over medium heat and place the burrito seam-side down.
- Toast for 1-2 minutes on each side until the tortilla is crispy and golden.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately, or wrap it up for meal prep to enjoy later.
Cost per Burrito GDP: £3.28
Cost per Burrito USD: $4.10
Cooking time: 20 minutes
| Macronutrients | Amount (grams) |
|---|---|
| Protein | 32g |
| Carbs | 50g |
| Fats | 55g |
5. Egg ham burrito
| Ingredients | Quantity | Calories (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Large Eggs | 4 | 280 |
| Ham (slices or diced) | 2 slices (or 1/2 cup) | 60 |
| Flour Tortillas | 2 large | 400 |
| Cooking Spray / Oil | 1 tbsp (for crisping) | 40 |
| Salt | To taste | 0 |
| Pepper | To taste | 0 |
| Calorie Total | Per burrito | 390 |
Instructions:
- Scramble the Eggs:
- Crack 4 eggs into a bowl and beat them well.
- Heat a medium pan over medium heat.
- Add 2 slices of ham (or 1/2 cup diced ham) to the pan and cook for about 1 minute until slightly browned.
- Cook the Eggs:
- Pour the beaten eggs into the pan with the ham. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Scramble the eggs with the ham for 1-2 minutes or until the eggs are fully cooked.
- Assemble the Burritos:
- Lay out 2 large flour tortillas on a flat surface.
- Divide the scrambled egg and ham mixture evenly between the two tortillas.
- Roll up each tortilla tightly to form a burrito.
- Crisp the Burritos:
- Heat the same pan over medium heat and lightly coat with cooking spray or 1 tbsp oil.
- Place the rolled burritos seam-side down into the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until the tortillas are golden and crispy.
- Serve:
- Remove from the pan, slice, and enjoy your quick and delicious Ham and Egg Burritos!
Cost per Burrito GDP: £1.12
Cost per Burrito USD: $1.40
Cooking time: 15 minutes
| Macronutrients (per burrito) | Amount (grams) |
|---|---|
| Protein | 28g |
| Carbs | 30g |
| Fats | 22g |
Additional
For most of the recipe you need seasonings, and you could use the seasoning mentioned in the recipe or your own seasoning.
Always prepare these burritos in bulk, for example in fives, so the next time you’re going out, you can put it in a container and eat it when you’re ready instead of preparing it every time, as they take more time to prepare.
