9 Carb Balance Tortilla Keto Recipes by a Real Chef Now Going Viral

Low-carb meals can become monotonous, but lucky for dieters, Carb Balance Tortilla keto recipes by a real chef are now going viral, so finding tasty options for breakfast, lunch, or dinner are easier than ever.¹

While keto is one of the top trending diets according to the Harvard School of Public Health, becoming burnt out on grilled chicken and vegetables is something many fall prey to.

So in an effort to help those that are tired of being fat or overweight who are following an ultra low carb diet stay on plan, an innovative chef has come up with 9 recipes using Mission Carb Balance Tortillas.²

How Do Carb Balance Tortilla Keto Have So Little Carbohydrates?

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At first glance it may not seem like this particular food could fit into keto weight loss rules; Carb Balance Tortillas manage to contain very few carbohydrates that impact a low-carb diet primarily due to their high fiber content.

Fiber is, in fact, a carbohydrate, but because it cannot be digested, the listed number of fiber in a nutrition label can be subtracted from the total carbohydrate count; the total left is called net carbs.⁴

The base ingredient of Mission’s standard tortilla is enriched bleached wheat flour. Carb Balance tortillas utilize this same ingredient as well, but it is supplemented with modified wheat starch, wheat gluten, and wheat gluten isolate, all of which have a high amount of fiber.^5,6

While its non-keto soft taco-sized counterpart totals a whopping 25 net carbs, coming in at just 4 net carbs is what makes Mission Carb Balance tortillas suitable for a keto diet. Even though there are lower carb options, keto-friendly Carb Balance tortillas can fit into many scenarios and are the perfect ingredient in many keto recipes.

The Ultimate One Carb Tortilla Recipes Using Carb Balance Tortilla Keto-Friendly

Instead of relying on weight loss affirmations alone and eating the same breakfast, lunch, or dinner on a daily basis, consider utilizing Mission’s Carb Balance Soft Taco or Street Taco Sized Tortillas in an array of recipes. With a very low carb count and just 1 net carb from the tortilla, almost anyone living a low carb lifestyle can indulge in the following meals.

1. Open-Faced Breakfast Taco – 1 Net Carb

Ingredients for 1 Taco

• 1 Carb Balance Street Taco
• 1 Egg
• 1 Slice of Bacon
• 1 Ounce of Cheddar Cheese

Directions

1. Grate 1 ounce of cheddar cheese and set aside.
2. Cook bacon in a small pan over medium heat until crisp.
3. Remove bacon and scramble an egg in the same pan with the remaining bacon grease. (Can remove some grease if desired)
4. Warm the tortilla in the microwave for 10 seconds covered by a damp cloth.
5. Assemble the taco with egg, bacon, and cheese.
6. Top with hot sauce if desired.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories = 263
• Fat = 21
• Carbohydrates = 10
• Fiber = 9
• Protein = 19

2. Breakfast Casserole – 2 Net Carb

Ingredients for 4 Servings

• 1 Carb Balance Soft Taco Tortilla
• 4 Eggs
• 8 Ounces of Turkey Sausage
• Half of a Green Bell Pepper
• ¼ Cup of Onion
• 4 Ounces of Cheddar Cheese

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
2. Line a small baking dish with the low-carb tortilla that has been brushed with 1 tsp of oil.
3. Grate 1 ounce of cheddar cheese – set aside.
4. Dice onion and bell pepper – set aside.
5. Place the baking dish with the tortilla in the oven until brown. (5 to 10 minutes)
6. Brown turkey sausage in a pan, then add onion and bell pepper and saute until sausage is thoroughly cooked through.
7. While the sausage mixture finishes cooking, crack eggs into a bowl and add to the pan with sausage, onion, and peppers.
8. Scramble mixture together until cooked through.
9. Sprinkle half of the cheese mixture onto the browned tortilla, then add the egg and sausage mixture evenly, and top with the remaining cheese.
10. Place the baking dish back into the oven, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
11. Remove from the oven and slice into quarters. Serve immediately

Nutrition Facts

• Calories = 314
• Fat = 21
• Carbohydrates = 6
• Fiber = 4
• Protein = 25

3. Smoked Salmon Soft Taco – 2 Net Carb

Ingredients for 1 Taco or Serving

• 1 Carb Balance Street Taco Tortilla
• 3 Ounces of Smoked Salmon
• 2 Tablespoons of Cream Cheese
• 1 Ounce of Cucumber

Directions

1. Thinly slice 1 ounce of cucumber and set aside.
2. Spread 1 ounce of cream cheese over the tortilla.
3. Arrange smoked salmon in the center of the tortilla.
4. Garnish with cucumber and fold in half.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories = 200
• Fat = 14
• Carbohydrates = 12
• Fiber = 10
• Protein = 16

4. Roast Beef Roll-Ups – 1 Net Carb

Ingredients for 1 Roll-Up

• 1 Carb Balance Street Taco Tortilla
• 1 Teaspoon of Stone Ground Mustard
• 1 Ounce of Roast Beef
• 1 Slice of Provolone Cheese
• 1 Leaf of Romaine Lettuce

Directions

1. Spread a teaspoon of mustard over the tortilla.
2. Arrange roast beef, cheese, and lettuce on top of the tortilla.
3. Roll the tortilla and its filling tightly together.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories = 156
• Fat = 9
• Carbohydrates = 10
• Fiber = 9
• Protein = 13

5. Tuna Salad With Tortilla Crisps – 2 Net Carbs

Ingredients for 4 Servings

• 1 Carb Balance Soft Taco Tortilla
• 1 Can of Tuna in Water
• 2 Tablespoons of Mayonnaise
• ¼ Cup of Diced Onion
• ¼ Cup of Diced Pickles
• 1 Teaspoon of Oil
• Salt and Pepper to Taste

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
2. Dice the onion and pickle and set aside.
3. On a baking sheet, slice the tortilla with a pizza cutter into 16 even pieces.
4. Coat with a thin layer of oil and sprinkle with salt.
5. Bake in the oven until crispy. (Between 5 and 10 minutes)
6. Pull out to cool.
7. While the tortilla is baking, open and drains the tuna and place it into a bowl.
8. Add 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise and stir until combined.
9. Add the onion and pickle to the tuna mixture and add salt and pepper to taste.
10. Scoop the tuna with the crispy tortilla slices.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories = 100
• Fat = 7
• Carbohydrates = 4
• Fiber = 2
• Protein = 3

6. Buffalo Chicken Taquitos With Homemade Ranch Dressing – 2 Net Carbs

Ingredients for 4 Servings of Buffalo Chicken Taquitos

• 4 Carb Balance Street Taco Tortillas
• 1 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast (about 4 ounces)
• 2 Ounces of Monterey Jack Cheese
• 2 Ounces of Buffalo Sauce
• 1 Tablespoon of Butter
• 1 Tablespoon of Oil

Ingredients for 4 Servings of Ranch Dressing

• ⅓ Cup Mayonnaise
• ⅛ Cup Greek Yogurt
• ¼ Teaspoon Dill (Dried)
• ¼ Teaspoon Parsley (Dried)
• ¼ Teaspoon Garlic Powder
• ¼ Teaspoon Onion Powder
• Dash of Salt and Pepper
• ⅓ Cup of Whole Milk

Directions: Ranch Dressing

1. Combine mayonnaise, greek yogurt, dill, parsley, garlic, onion, salt, and pepper into a bowl.
2. Slowly whisk in milk until the texture is smooth and it is the desired consistency.
3. Chill in the refrigerator until the taquitos are completed.

Directions: Buffalo Chicken Taquitos

1. Add water to a large saucepan and bring to a boil.
2. Add chicken breast, cover, and cook thoroughly. (About 12 to 15 mintues)
3. Shred Monterey jack cheese and set aside.
4. Remove chicken from pan and shred and set aside.
5. Add butter and buffalo sauce into a medium microwave-safe mixing bowl and place in the microwave for 10-second increments to melt the butter.
6. Mix together butter and buffalo sauce and add in shredded chicken.
7. Lay out tortillas and evenly fill with chicken mixture and ½ an ounce of shredded cheese.
8. Roll tortillas and secure with a toothpick, if needed.
9. Add oil to a saute pan and heat to medium-high.
10. Place each taquito seam side down to seal the tortilla, then turn to opposite sides to brown.
11. Remove from heat and serve with ranch dressing.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories = 288
• Fat = 25
• Carbohydrates = 5
• Fiber = 3
• Protein = 12

7. Chicken Tortilla Soup – 5 Net Carbs

Ingredients for 4 Servings

• 1 Carb Balance Soft Taco Tortilla
  1 32 Ounce Carton of Chicken Broth
  3 Large Chicken Breasts (about 12 ounces)
  1 Can of Rotel
  ½ Cup of Corn
  2 Ounces of Cheddar Cheese
  1 Avocado

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
2. On a baking sheet, slice the tortilla into thin strips.
3. Coat with a light layer of oil and sprinkle with salt.
4. Bake in the oven until crispy (between 5 and 10 minutes) and pull out to cool.
5. While the tortilla is baking, boil chicken breast in water until completely cooked (around 15 minutes)
6. Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove it from the water and shred it.
7. Bring 32 ounces of chicken broth to a boil in a stock pot and add shredded chicken breast, rotel, and corn.
8. Let simmer for 10 to 15 minutes
9. Grate 2 ounces of cheddar cheese and cut the avocado into thin slices.
10. Serve soup in a bowl topped with ½ ounce of grated cheddar cheese, ¼ of the avocado, and ¼ of the tortilla strips.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories = 307
• Fat = 14
• Carbohydrates = 13
• Fiber = 8
• Protein = 33

8. Chicken & Dumplings – 2 Net Carbs

Ingredients for 8 Servings

• 2 Carb Balance Soft Taco Tortilla
• 6 Cloves of Garlic
• 2 Celery Stalks
• ½ Cup of Onion
• 1 Sprig of Parsley
• 1 32 Ounce Carton of Chicken Broth
• 3 Chicken Leg Quarters (about 12 ounces)
• 2 Ounces of Heavy Cream
• 2 Tablespoons of Butter
• 2 Tablespoons of Vegetable Oil

Directions

1. Mince 6 cloves of garlic, ½ cup of onion, and 2 celery stalks.
2. Heat oil in a stock pot and add garlic, onion, and celery.
3. Cook until translucent, then add chicken legs to brown.
4. Once browned on both sides, add 32 ounces of chicken broth.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low-medium and cover. Cook for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken is falling off of the bone.
6. Remove from heat and debone and shred chicken. Add back to the pot and bring back to a simmer.
7. Slice the tortilla in half and then into 1-inch strips. Add to the stock pot with the chicken and broth.
8. Pour in heavy cream and let cook until the broth begins to thicken.
9. Add parsley to finish.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories = 203
• Fat = 16
• Carbohydrates = 6
• Fiber = 4
• Protein = 8

9. Dessert Tostada – 2 Net Carbs

Ingredients for 1 Serving

• 1 Carb Balance Street Taco Tortilla
• 1 Ounce of Cream Cheese
• 1 Teaspoon of Stevia
• 3 Strawberries

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
2. Place the tortilla on a baking sheet and coat it with a light layer of oil.
3. Bake in the oven until crispy (between 5 and 10 minutes) and pull out to cool.
4. While the tortilla is baking, mix together the stevia and cream cheese – set aside.
5. Remove stems and thinly slice strawberries – set aside.
6. Once the tortilla is cooled, spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the top and layer strawberries. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories = 138
• Fat = 12
• Carbohydrates = 16
• Fiber = 14
• Protein = 5

Nutritional Information for Mission Carb Balance Tortillas: Keto-Friendly

There is quite a big difference in the nutrition facts between Mission Soft Taco Tortillas and their Carb Balance Tortillas of the same size. One might assume that the only difference in keto-friendly carb balance tortillas’ nutrition facts would be the carb count, but there are big contrasts throughout the entire macro profile.

Carb Balance Tortilla

• Calories = 70
• Fat = 3
• Carbohydrates = 19
• Dietary Fiber = 15
• Protein = 5

Regular Tortilla

• Calories = 140
• Fat = 3
• Carbohydrates = 26
• Dietary Fiber = 1
• Protein = 4

The only commonality is the amount of fat; in fact, the carb balance tortillas have half the calories as the original soft taco-sized tortilla, making it an option not only for those on keto but for those counting calories.

Keto-Friendly Mission Carb Balance Tortillas Varieties

If variety is craved, Mission has multiple keto-friendly Carb Balance tortillas that will suit most tastes. The whole wheat option is the most similar to the original flour, while the spinach herb and sun-dried tomato basil versions are great additions for wrap or pizza recipes.

Carb Balance Tortilla – Flour

• Calories = 70
• Fat = 3
• Carbohydrates = 19
• Dietary Fiber = 15
• Protein = 5
• Net Carbs = 4

Carb Balance Tortilla – Whole Wheat

• Calories = 70
• Fat = 3.5
• Carbohydrates = 18
• Dietary Fiber = 15
• Protein = 6
• Net Carbs = 3

Carb Balance Tortilla – Spinach Herb

• Calories = 60
• Fat = 3.5
• Carbohydrates = 18
• Dietary Fiber = 15
• Protein = 6
• Net Carbs = 3

Carb Balance Tortilla – Sun Dried Tomato Basil

• Calories = 80
• Fat = 3.5
• Carbohydrates = 17
• Dietary Fiber = 12
• Protein = 5
• Net Carbs = 5

Do Any Carb Balance Tortillas Contain Only 3 Net Carbs? Which Types?

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Unlike the Carb Balance Flour Tortilla, the Carb Balance Whole Wheat and Carb Balance Spinach Herb both only contain 3 net carbs. What alters these Mission keto-friendly Carb Balance tortillas’ profiles is the substitution of enriched wheat flour with whole wheat flour. Whole wheat flour is unrefined and contains all portions of the grain kernel, thereby increasing the fiber-to-carbohydrate ratio.⁸

Do Zero or Low-Carb Tortillas Exist?

Several companies, aside from Mission, have thrown their hat in the ring and provided multiple low-carb and even zero-carb tortilla options which can be found on grocery store shelves as well as online. Whether it is tortillas, chips, or the best cereals for weight loss, those on a diet are continually searching for food options to fit into their lifestyle. Thankfully, throughout the years, the options for pre-made keto foods have skyrocketed.

Mr. Tortilla – 1 Net Carb

Found at Walmart and Amazon.

Nutritional Values

• Calories = 15
• Fat = .5
• Carbohydrates = 3
• Fiber = 2
• Protein = 1

Main Ingredients: Oat Fiber, Water, Wheat Gluten, Whole Wheat Flour, Soybean Flour, Canola Oil.

Mama Lupe’s – 0 Net Carb

Found at Walmart and Target.

Nutritional Values

• Calories = 50
• Fat = 2.5
• Carbohydrates = 15
• Fiber = 15
• Protein = 5

Main Ingredients: Oat Fiber, Water, Wheat Gluten, Modified Wheat Starch, Wheat Protein Isolate, Palm Oil.

La Banderita – 0 Net Carb

Found at Walmart and Amazon.

Nutritional Values

• Calories = 20
• Fat = .5
• Carbohydrates = 5
• Fiber = 5
• Protein = 2

Main Ingredients: Modified Wheat Starch, Water, Wheat Protein, Cellulose.

Lower Carb Options Than Carb Balance Tortillas Made by Mission

To meet a myriad of nutritional and dietary needs, Mission has expanded beyond its aforementioned 3 to 5 net carb tortillas and has created two new varieties of zero net carb tortillas that can be found at Walmart, Target, and Kroger.

It is important to note that the Zero Net Carb Original and Sun Dried Tomato Basil Tortillas are smaller and less dense than the original Carb Balance tortillas, so depending on the recipe, the no carb option may or may not be the best choice.

Mission Zero Net Carbs Original Tortillas

• Calories = 25
• Fat = 1.5
• Carbohydrates = 7
• Dietary Fiber = 7
• Protein = 2

Mission Zero Net Carbs Sun Dried Tomato Basil Tortillas

• Calories = 25
• Fat = 1.5
• Carbohydrates = 7
• Dietary Fiber = 7
• Protein = 2

Main Ingredients: Modified Wheat Starch, Water, Wheat Gluten Isolate, Vital Wheat Gluten, Vegetable Shortening.

Although the internet is filled with recipes of all types, it can be simple to get caught in a rut of eating the same foods week in and week out. So, when looking for options for low-carb meals, incorporating these chef-inspired Carb Balance tortilla keto recipes can be an inspired way to continue living a healthy and fulfilling lifestyle instead of giving up on weight loss.