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El Monterey Family Pack Beef & Bean Burritos
Meat
📊 NOVA 4🥛 Dairy-Free

El Monterey Family Pack Beef & Bean Burritos

El Monterey
32 oz
Available at Foodtown
310
Calories
9g
Protein
1g
Sugars
330mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
70
Ingredients

What You Should Know

El Monterey Family Pack Beef & Bean Burritos is a frozen, value-oriented entrée you’d spot in the supermarket freezer aisle in the frozen Mexican foods bay, shelved near other burrito varieties, taquitos, chimichangas, and family-size frozen dinners. Packaged in a bold purple box, the multituck family pack messaging and colorful graphics position it as an affordable, crowd-pleasing staple for busy households. It’s marketed toward families and budget-conscious shoppers who want quick, familiar comfort food with a Mexican-inspired flavor profile rather than an artisan or authentic regional product. Label copy leans on “real beef,” “seasoned beans,” and fiesta-themed language; there are no organic or “all-natural” certifications, and the ingredient list includes industrial additives (dough conditioners, texturized vegetable protein, maltodextrin) rather than wholesome-food claims. In plain terms, this is a highly processed frozen convenience item made for speed and consistency. Sensory notes: after heating the tortilla is soft from the microwave or crisps at the edges in an air fryer or oven; the filling is savory and slightly pasty from beans and binders, with small beef pieces, a noticeable oily sheen, and warm spice notes of chili and cumin. Typical rituals include quick weeknight dinners, game-day snack spread, or late-night heat-and-eat moments — often dressed up with salsa, shredded cheese, sour cream, or guacamole. The family pack format reinforces sharing and simplicity: pull a few from the box, heat in batches, and pair with a side salad, chips, or frozen veggies for a minimal-effort meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 8
Calories310
% Daily Value*
Total Fat14g18%
Saturated Fat5g25%
Cholesterol15mg5%
Sodium330mg14%
Total Carbohydrate35g13%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars1g
Protein9g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Water,, Enriched, Wheat, Flour, (Enriched, with, Niacin,, Reduced, Iron,, Thiamin, Mononitrate,, Riboflavin,, Folic, Acid),, Beef,, Beans,, Vegetable, Oil, (Soybean,, Canola,, Palm, and/or, Corn, Oil),, Contains, 2%, or, Less, Textured, Vegetable, Protein, (Soy, Flour,, Caramel, Color),, Isolated, Pea, Product,, Salt,, Chili, Pepper,, Dough, Conditioners, (Yeast,, Wheat, Gluten,, Sugar,, Guar, Gum,, Food, Starch,, Sodium, Metabisulfite),, Spices,, Flavor,, Savory, Flavor, (Yeast, Extract,, Soy, Sauce, (Wheat,, Soybeans,, Salt),, Maltodextrin,, Lactic, Acid,, Calcium, Lactate,, Salt)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soybean Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Canola Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Palm Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives (dough conditioners, textured vegetable protein, maltodextrin, isolated pea product, flavorings) and is formulated for long shelf life and rapid preparation, consistent with NOVA group 4 ultraprocessed foods.

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Common Questions about El Monterey Family Pack Beef & Bean Burritos

The healthiness of the El Monterey burrito really depends on your perspective. With 310 calories and 9 grams of protein, it's a decent option for a quick meal, especially if you're looking for something filling. However, it does contain some seed oils and isn't particularly high in fiber or vitamins, so it might not be the best choice if you're focused on whole, nutrient-dense foods.

Perfect For

movie-night
game-day-prep
back-to-school

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