Picnic Burritos

These Picnic Burritos are a clever twist on the classic lunch wrap, combining tender sliced turkey with crisp lettuce and juicy tomato slices. The secret lies in the creamy, seasoned mayonnaise spread that ties everything together with a mild Mexican flair. Ideal for picnics, potlucks, or a quick weeknight dinner, these burritos are easy to assemble and hold their shape well for on-the-go eating. They offer a satisfying balance of textures and flavors without requiring any cooking beyond assembly. Perfect for using up leftover deli turkey or preparing a light, protein-packed meal for the family.

Cuisine: Mexican

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 6

Calories: 708.2

Description

These Picnic Burritos are a clever twist on the classic lunch wrap, combining tender sliced turkey with crisp lettuce and juicy tomato slices. The secret lies in the creamy, seasoned mayonnaise spread that ties everything together with a mild Mexican flair. Ideal for picnics, potlucks, or a quick weeknight dinner, these burritos are easy to assemble and hold their shape well for on-the-go eating. They offer a satisfying balance of textures and flavors without requiring any cooking beyond assembly. Perfect for using up leftover deli turkey or preparing a light, protein-packed meal for the family.

Ingredients

1/2 cup Mayonnaise, low-fat
2 teaspoon Taco seasoning mix
6 ea Flour tortilla (8" type)
2 ounce Shredded cheese, low-fat
1/2 lb Thinly sliced cooked turkey
1 lg Tomato, thinly sliced
1 head Leaf lettuce, shredded or sliced

Directions

1
In a small bowl, whisk together the low-fat mayonnaise and taco seasoning mix until smooth.
2
Lay out the flour tortillas on a clean work surface.
3
Spread the seasoned mayonnaise mixture evenly over each tortilla, leaving a 1-inch border at one edge.
4
Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the mayonnaise layer.
5
Layer the sliced turkey, tomato, and lettuce on top of the cheese.
6
Fold the bottom edge of the tortilla up over the filling, then fold in the sides.
7
Roll the burrito tightly from the bottom up to enclose the filling completely.
8
Cut each burrito in half diagonally or crosswise for serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 708.2kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 50.7g78%
Saturated Fat 16.2g81%
Cholesterol 47.7mg16%
Sodium 1030.0mg43%
Total Carbohydrate 45.8g16%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g13%
Sugars 1.7g
Protein 11.2g23%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For best texture, ensure the tomato slices are patted dry before assembling to prevent the tortillas from becoming soggy.

These burritos can be assembled ahead of time. Wrap each burrito tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving. Cut just before eating to maintain freshness.

Feel free to customize the filling with avocado slices, black beans, or diced onions for added flavor and texture.

If using larger 10-inch tortillas, you may need to increase the amount of filling slightly to maintain the right balance.

Keywords: burritos, turkey, picnic, wraps, mexican, lunch, easy, no-cook, tortilla, mayonnaise, taco-seasoning, lettuce, tomato, cheese, handheld, potluck, quick-meal, deli-meat, assembly

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