Healthy Crunchwrap Supreme (Folding Hack)

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Forget those soggy Taco Bell imitations. This healthy Crunchwrap Supreme is actually crunchy, packed with fresh ingredients, and so tasty you won't be able to stop at one. With less than 450 calories and 46 g of protein, you will love taco night's new twist.

Healthy Crunchwrap Supreme, sliced in half and ready to serve.

Our Crunchwrap is different than most, and for a good reason. We've stepped up the folding technique to give you a satisfying crunch in every single bite.

We tried the old-school way – big tortilla, tostada inside – but let's be real, those tostadas always got mushy. A true Crunchwrap deserves its name, so we felt it was worth the tortilla folding change to deliver you an irresistible crunch.

Check the Substitutions section for gluten-free and vegan modifications.

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Ingredients

Craving a burrito but watching your macros? We've got you. These ingredient choices make this delicious, satisfying, and keep you on track with your food goals.

Macro friendly choices

Choose a 95/5 lean beef for maximum protein and minimal fat.
Opt for low-carb burrito wraps or large tortillas to keep your carb count in check.
Make this next-level with our high-protein sour cream sauce. It's packed with flavor, extra protein, and fewer calories than regular sour cream.

Veggies

Load up on fresh veggies like onion, red bell pepper, tomato, and lettuce for a burst of flavor, vitamins, and fiber.

Crunch factor

Corn chips add the perfect satisfying crunch. For an even healthier option, try baked tortilla chips.

Instructions

Make the sauce

High-protein sour cream ingredients in a bowl: Greek yogurt, lemon juice, cumin, salt.

Stir the Greek yogurt, cumin and salt together.

Set aside.

Prep the veggies

Dice the onion, red bell pepper and tomato.

Sauté the onion and red pepper until they are soft.

Adding ground beef to Crunchwrap Supreme filling.

Cook the beef.

Adding taco seasoning to Crunchwrap Supreme filling.

Add the taco seasoning and simmer for 3-4 minutes.

Assembly

Cut the wrap at the 3 o'clock position to prep the Crunchwrap for folding.

Lay the tortilla on a cutting board and cut a quarter line from the middle to the edge at the 3 o’clock position.

Adding Crunchwrap filling to a taco shell, add in quarter sections starting from the bottom right: lettuce, tomato then chips, then beef, then cheese. Top beef with the sour cream.

Add ingredients in this order: moving clockwise from the lower right quarter → lettuce + tomato → chips → beef → cheese

Flip the first quarter, the lettuce and tomato, on top of the chips.

Flip one quarter of the tortilla with the shredded lettuce and tomato on top of the chips.

Next fold up to the beef.

Finally fold the beef quarter over the cheese.

Folded Crunchwrap Supreme ready to toast.

Repeat folding for each Crunchwrap.

Lightly toast the wrap in a grill or panini press.

Freshly toasted crunchwrap, cut in half and ready to be served.

Serve immediately.

Substitutions

Gluten free - Use a gluten-free wrap and ensure all of your spices and corn chips are gluten free.
Vegan/Vgetarian - Swap the ground beef for textured soy protein, lentils, beans or a plant-based ground beef substitute. Use dairy free cheese and yogurt in the sauce.
Low calorie & carb - We use low-carb flour tortillas and you can even swap the corn chips for baked tortilla chips.
Changing the meat - You can swap the beef for lean ground turkey, ground chicken breast, or crumbled tofu.
Adding veggies - Fresh avocado or guacamole are other delicious veggie options to add.

Variations

Higher protein - This recipe is designed to fit ¼ lb of ground beef on each wrap. Depending on your protein goals, you may want to eat 1 ½ - 2 of these tacos or you can make them ⅓ lb tacos if you want to save some carbs. Here are the key macros for the ¼ and ⅓ lb options.

¼ lb taco (as written) - 443 cal - 46 g protein - 12 g fat - 52 g carbs
⅓ lb - 536 cal - 57 g protein - 18 g fat - 50 g carbs

Spicy - Add ½ teaspoon of chili powder, pepper, or cayenne pepper to the beef to dial up the heat. Top with your favorite hot sauce or salsa and you're set.

Kid friendly - We use our kid-friendly taco seasoning, which is as mild as it gets. We use street tacos or small tortillas for the kids so they get to have a fun folded taco that's just their size.

Equipment

Optional Panini or Sandwich Press - Grill the burritos in either a panini grill or on the stovetop in a pan. Toasting them is an essential step that makes them crisp and soft and you get the most delicious light crunch when you eat them fresh.

Storage

Make Ahead - These tacos are perfect for weekday meal prepping and they reheat in a panini press surprisingly well. Store leftover tacos individually in an air-tight container in the fridge. These will keep for up to 5 days in the fridge.

Freeze - Wrap the tacos in wax paper or aluminum foil and let them cool completely before freezing. Put them in an air-tight, freezer safe container and store for up to 3 months.

Reheating

Microwave - Remove the wrapper and microwave frozen tacos for 1-2 minutes or refrigerated burritos for 1 min, flip and then cook for another 1-2 minutes if needed. Pop them on a panini press before serving to make the wrap crispy.
Air fryer or oven - You can also reheat in the air fryer or oven at 350 F (175 C) for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through.

Top tip

The secret to crispy corn chips in your Crunchwrap is strategic folding. Order matters when folding the Crunchwrap! Keep the corn chips separate from the beef when folding them to prevent them from going soggy when toasting the wrap.

Homemade and healthy Crunchwrap Supreme cut in half.

FAQ

Is a Crunchwrap Supreme healthy?

A traditional Crunchwrap Supreme from Taco Bell is not considered a healthy food choice due to its high calorie, fat, and sodium content. However, it is possible to make a healthier version at home by using low-carb, whole grain tortillas, lean proteins, reduced-fat cheese, and plenty of fresh vegetables. By controlling the ingredients and portions, you can create a more balanced and nutritious Crunchwrap Supreme.

Can you meal prep Crunchwraps?

Yes! Crunchwraps are perfect for meal prepping. Prepare the filling ingredients ahead of time, such as cooking the meat, chopping the vegetables, and shredding the cheese. Either store the components separately in the refrigerator or even store cooked fully assembled Crunchwraps and reheat using a panini press or stovetop pan until the tortillas are crispy and golden brown. Allow prepped Crunchwraps to cool before wrapping individually and store in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

Why are Crunchwrap Supremes so good?

Crunchwrap Supremes are popular because they offer a perfect combo of textures and flavors. Plus, our folding technique delivers the crunch you are craving. You get perfectly balanced corn chip crunch while the soft tortilla on the outside holds everything together. The seasoned meat, melted cheese, fresh vegetables, and zesty sauce load every bite with next-level flavor. Plus, these are perfect for eating on the run. Just grab a Crunchwrap and go – no plates or forks needed.

What is a Crunchwrap Supreme?

A Crunchwrap Supreme is a menu item originally created by Taco Bell. It consists of a large flour tortilla filled with seasoned ground beef, nacho cheese sauce, sour cream, lettuce, tomatoes, and a tostada shell for extra crunch. The tortilla is folded into a hexagonal shape, sealed, and then grilled until crispy on both sides. The result is a handheld, all-in-one meal that combines the flavors of a taco with the portability of a wrap.

How can I make sure my Crunchwrap Supremes are crispy?

Folding the tortilla to keep the meat separate from the corn chips or tostada is the secret to a crispy interior. We fold the tortilla in quarters and keep the meat separate from the corn chips, which keeps everything crispy. For a crispy exterior, heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and cook the assembled Crunchwraps for 2-3 minutes on each side, pressing down gently with a spatula. This will help seal the edges and create a golden-brown, crispy tortilla.

What can I substitute for the ground beef?

Lean ground turkey, ground chicken breast, or crumbled tofu are all great alternatives for the ground beef in a healthy Crunchwrap Supreme. You can also go meatless with lentils or black beans for a vegetarian protein option.

What's a healthy alternative for the tostada shell?

For a healthier crunch, you can break up some baked tortilla chips or whole wheat crackers to sprinkle inside the wrap instead of using a tostada shell. We use corn chips in this recipe because we always have them on hand and we think they are more crunchy than a tostada.

Crunchwrap Supremes cut and ready to be served.

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Pairing

Our high-protein sour cream is the perfect sauce pairing you can feel good about. Try our mild taco seasoning for anyone who is sensitive to heat (especially kids).

This healthy Crunchwrap Supreme is the perfect way to satisfy fast food cravings while staying on track with your nutritional goals. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it delivers big flavor and an even bigger CRUNCH!

With our folding technique, you'll enjoy that irresistible contrast of textures in every bite. Plus, this Crunchwrap is loaded with vibrant veggies, this is fast food you can feel good about.

Make your Crunchwrap your way, add your favorite salsa, hot sauce, guacamole, or a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.

So get crunching! And don't forget to leave us a rating and a comment when you try it. We love your stories and sharing the experience of cooking and eating feel-good food with you.

Healthy Crunchwrap Supreme (Folding Hack)

Ingredients