In 1962, Glen Bell opened the first Taco Bell in Downey, California. Since then, Taco Bell has grown into one of the most successful fast-food restaurants. Serving a variety of Mexican-style foods, such as burritos, chalupas and tacos, a favorite choice is the cheesy bean and rice burrito -- made with a flour tortilla, beans, rice, cheese and a variety of sauces.
Calories
One serving of Taco Bell's cheesy bean and rice burrito is 277g and contains 480 calories. The breakdown of calories includes 190 calories from fat, 240 calories from carbohydrates and 50 calories from protein.
Ingredients
The specific blend of ingredients is what forms the individual taste of the Taco Bell cheesy bean and rice burrito. Starting with a tortilla made from enriched bleached wheat flour, a mixture of pinto beans and rice are placed inside the tortilla shell. A blend of three cheeses -- cheddar, pepper jack and mozzarella -- are added along with a nacho cheese sauce, creamy jalapeno sauce and fiesta salsa.
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates are the most significant macronutrient found in the cheesy bean and rice burrito. One serving contains 60g of total carbohydrates, including 8g of dietary fiber and only 5g of sugars.
Fat
The cheesy bean and rice burrito is relatively high in total fat but doesn't contain any trans fat. One serving contains 21g of total fat, with 5g of saturated fat and 10mg of cholesterol.
Considerations
Vitamins and minerals found in the cheesy bean and rice burrito include vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, sodium and iron. Ordering the burrito "fresco-style" can reduce the total fat amount by 25 percent. Possible allergens include egg, milk and wheat.
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