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High Protein Breakfast Burritos

  • Author: Sally Thompson
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 burritos 1x

Description

These High Protein Breakfast Burritos are packed with fluffy scrambled eggs, seasoned ground meat, black beans, sautéed veggies, and melty cheese—all wrapped in a warm tortilla. A perfect balance of flavor and nutrition, they’re ideal for meal prepping or quick, satisfying breakfasts on the go. Whether fresh or frozen, they reheat beautifully and keep you full for hours.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs
  • ½ lb lean ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 small red bell pepper, diced 1 small green bell pepper, diced ¼ cup diced red onion
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tsp olive oil or butter
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp ground cumin Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ingredients by dicing the vegetables, shredding cheese, and rinsing the black beans.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet and cook the ground meat until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Add chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté bell peppers and onions for 3-4 minutes until softened. Remove and set aside.
  4. Crack and beat the eggs with salt and pepper. Scramble gently in the skillet over medium-low heat until just set, then remove from heat.
  5. Lay a tortilla flat and layer with eggs, cooked meat, sautéed veggies, black beans, and cheese. Avoid overfilling.
  6. Fold the sides in and roll tightly from the bottom to form a burrito.
  7. For a crispy texture, toast the burritos in a dry skillet over medium heat, 1–2 minutes per side.

Notes

Customize with your favorite vegetables or plant-based proteins.

Add jalapeños or hot sauce for extra spice.

Wrap individually for fridge or freezer storage.

Use whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas for dietary needs.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 burrito
  • Calories: 475
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 210mg

Keywords: high protein, breakfast burrito, meal prep

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