Protein Breakfast Burrito (Printable)
Protein-rich breakfast burritos with eggs, turkey, black beans and spinach, ready in about 22 minutes.
# Ingredient List:
→ Eggs and Dairy
01 - 4 large eggs
02 - 1/4 cup low-fat milk
03 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
→ Meats and Protein
04 - 3.5 ounces 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 and Additions
09 - 2 large whole wheat tortillas
10 - Salt and pepper, to taste
11 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
12 - Salsa, for serving (optional)
# Steps:
01 - Combine eggs, milk, salt, and pepper in a medium mixing bowl and whisk until fully blended.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add red onion and red bell pepper; cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened.
03 - Incorporate spinach into the skillet and cook for 1 minute until wilted.
04 - Reduce heat to low. Pour egg mixture into the skillet and gently scramble, stirring frequently, until eggs are softly set, about 3 minutes.
05 - Fold in chopped turkey or chicken breast and black beans. Cook for 1 additional minute to heat through.
06 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the filling and gently stir until cheese is completely melted.
07 - Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for approximately 15 seconds until pliable.
08 - Divide the filling evenly between tortillas. Fold in the sides and roll tightly to form burritos. Serve immediately with salsa, if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- There&apost;s something about the combination of fluffy eggs, smoky meat, and melty cheese that feels like a reward for getting up early.
- It keeps you satisfied way past lunchtime, making it a favorite when mornings turn into marathons.
02 -
- Once I tried piling too much filling, only for the burritos to burst open—be gentle and don&apost; overstuff.
- Letting the eggs stay slightly soft in the pan makes the burrito much juicier and more delicious later.
03 -
- Wipe out the skillet between batches so the next round doesn't catch on bits of burnt egg.
- Rolling the burrito with the seam side down for a minute in the pan crisps it up—almost like a breakfast wrap from your favorite café.