Bariatric Smoky Turkey Oven Burritos (Low-Point & High-Protein) Recipe
These Bariatric Smoky Turkey Oven Burritos bring smoky, satisfying flavor to a controlled, protein-forward plate — perfect for anyone looking for a low-point, high-protein comfort meal. They’re simple to assemble, forgiving to prepare, and adaptable to different bariatric stages by swapping tortillas or beans. Try a batch for your weekly meal prep and freeze the extras for easy, nourishing reheats.
Ingredients
- 1 lb 454 g lean ground turkey (93% lean)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion diced (~110 g)
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper diced (~120 g)
- ½ cup canned low-sodium black beans rinsed (125 g)
- ½ cup mild salsa 120 g
- ½ cup shredded low-fat cheddar 56 g
- 6 small whole-wheat or low-carb tortillas ~40 g each
- 1 tsp smoked paprika ½ tsp cumin, ½ tsp chili powder, salt & pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté onion in 1 tbsp olive oil until translucent; add garlic 30 sec.
- Add ground turkey and brown; stir in smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add red pepper, black beans, and salsa; simmer 2–3 minutes. Mix in ¼ cup cheese.
- Spoon ~⅓ cup filling onto each tortilla, add remaining cheese, roll tightly and place seam-side down on baking sheet.
- Bake 12–15 minutes until warm and slightly crisp; top with cilantro and lime if desired.