Protein Breakfast Burrito (Printable Version)
Eggs, turkey, black beans, spinach and cheddar in whole wheat tortillas for a protein-rich morning.
# What You Need:
→ Eggs & Dairy
01 - 4 large eggs
02 - 1/4 cup low-fat milk
03 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
→ Meats & Protein
04 - 3.5 oz cooked turkey or chicken breast, chopped
05 - 1/4 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
→ Vegetables
06 - 1 small red bell pepper, diced
07 - 1/2 small red onion, diced
08 - 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
→ Wrap & Additions
09 - 2 large whole wheat tortillas
10 - Salt, to taste
11 - Black pepper, to taste
12 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
13 - Salsa, for serving (optional)
# How To Make:
01 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, low-fat milk, salt, and black pepper until well blended.
02 - Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add diced red onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until vegetables are softened.
03 - Stir in chopped spinach and cook for 1 minute until just wilted.
04 - Lower the heat to medium-low. Pour in the egg mixture. Gently scramble, stirring continually, until eggs are softly set, about 3 minutes.
05 - Add chopped turkey or chicken and black beans to the skillet. Cook for 1 additional minute to heat through.
06 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the filling and stir gently until melted and well combined.
07 - Briefly warm the whole wheat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for 15 seconds until pliable.
08 - Evenly divide the cooked filling between the tortillas. Fold in the sides and roll up tightly to enclose the filling.
09 - Serve immediately with salsa if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- You get a hearty, energy-boosting meal in under 25 minutes, and it truly keeps hunger away all morning.
- The melty cheese with a kick of salsa is honestly the happiest way to start the day—even on busy weekdays.
02 -
- Once, I left the skillet on too high and the eggs set way too fast—a lower heat is key for soft, moist results.
- Warming the tortillas makes everything easier—cold wraps split right at the worst possible time.
03 -
- Chop all your fillings before you start cooking so nothing burns while you multitask.
- A sprinkle of smoked paprika or chipotle powder brings a subtle warmth that takes these burritos over the top.