High-Protein Breakfast Burritos
These protein-packed breakfast burritos are filled with fluffy eggs, lean protein, melty cheese, and wholesome ingredients like black beans and bell peppers. Perfect for meal prep, freezing, or on-the-go mornings, they’re customizable and delicious.
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs (or 1 cup egg whites)
- ½ cup cottage cheese (or mashed avocado for dairy-free)
- ½ cup cooked lean ground turkey, chicken, or sausage (or tofu/beans for vegetarian)
- ½ cup black beans or refried beans
- ½ cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup diced bell peppers
- ¼ cup diced onion
- 1 teaspoon olive oil or butter
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon chili powder (optional)
- to taste salt and black pepper
- 4 whole wheat or low-carb tortillas
- optional hot sauce or salsa (for serving)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté diced onions and bell peppers for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Add cooked lean protein (ground turkey, chicken, sausage, tofu, or beans) and cook until browned. Stir in garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and cottage cheese. Pour into the skillet and cook over medium-low heat, stirring gently, until fluffy and fully set.
- Warm the tortillas in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or on a skillet for a few seconds per side.
- Layer beans, egg mixture, shredded cheese, and cooked protein in the center of each tortilla. Drizzle with hot sauce or salsa if desired.
- Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll tightly to enclose the filling.
- Serve immediately, or wrap in foil for meal prep and storage.
Nutrition
Serving: 1burritosCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5g
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