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High protein breakfast burrito filled with eggs, beans, and veggies

High Protein Breakfast Burrito

This High Protein Breakfast Burrito is a filling and nutritious breakfast option designed to deliver sustained energy and satiety with over 25g of protein per serving.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients
  

Burrito Filling

  • 1 tbsp ground sausage or turkey
  • 2 large eggs whisked
  • 1/4 cup black beans cooked
  • 80 g cream cheese cubed
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese for filling
  • 1 medium poblano pepper diced

Tortillas

  • 4 pieces whole-grain or high-protein tortillas

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F if you plan to bake burritos immediately.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground sausage and brown, breaking into small pieces until no pink remains, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Transfer sausage to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving about 1 tablespoon of fat in the pan.
  • Turn the heat down to medium and add the diced poblano peppers. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until softened.

Cooking

  • Pour in the whisked eggs, sprinkling with salt and pepper. Let sit undisturbed for 1 to 2 minutes until the bottom starts to set. Gently push the cooked edges toward the center, tilting the pan so uncooked egg flows to the edges. Add the cubed cream cheese and continue cooking for 1 to 2 minutes until the cheese melts and eggs are just set.
  • Warm tortillas individually for 20 seconds in the microwave or char over a gas flame until soft.

Assembly

  • Layer 2 to 3 tablespoons shredded cheese across the lower third of each tortilla, then add about 1/4 cup black beans, scrambled eggs, and cooked sausage, keeping filling in the lower third and leaving 2 inches on each side.
  • Fold the bottom edge of the tortilla over the filling snugly, fold in both sides, and roll forward firmly. Wrap each burrito in aluminum foil.

Serving

  • For immediate serving, bake foil-wrapped burritos for 8 to 10 minutes at 425°F until heated through.
  • For meal prep, store foil-wrapped burritos in a freezer-safe bag. Bake directly from frozen at 425°F for 20 minutes, or unwrap and microwave for 2 minutes.

Notes

Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a protein boost. Drain black beans well to avoid soggy burritos. Common variations include vegetarian options and different flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2g
Keyword Breakfast Burrito, Healthy Breakfast, High Protein Breakfast, Meal Prep Breakfast, Protein Packed
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