Description
Wake up to something amazing with these High Protein Breakfast Burritos! This quick and easy recipe makes mornings easier and tastier, whether you’re fueling up post-workout or need healthy breakfast ideas for busy weekdays. Bursting with fluffy eggs, juicy sausage or turkey, hearty black beans, melted cheese, and zesty spices, these burritos are the perfect blend of comfort and nutrition. Wrapped in warm tortillas and lightly toasted, they offer a satisfying crunch and a flavorful, protein-packed bite.
Perfect for meal prep, these easy breakfast burritos freeze beautifully and reheat like a dream, making them a go-to for anyone looking for fast, filling food ideas. Whether you’re after an energizing healthy snack, easy recipe for brunch, or portable breakfast solution, these burritos hit the spot every time.
Ingredients
6 large eggs
1/2 cup milk
1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
1/2 pound lean ground turkey, chicken sausage, or ground beef
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup frozen or canned corn (optional)
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
4 large flour tortillas
Optional: diced avocado, salsa, Greek yogurt, lime wedges
Instructions
- Cook the protein: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add your chosen meat, season with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned. Set aside.
- Scramble the eggs: Whisk eggs with milk. In a nonstick pan, scramble gently over medium-low heat until just set.
- Assemble: Lay out tortillas. Divide eggs, meat, beans, corn, tomatoes, cheese, and cilantro among them.
- Wrap burritos: Fold sides in and roll up tightly.
- Toast (optional): In a dry skillet, toast each burrito until golden and slightly crispy.
- Serve: Enjoy with salsa, avocado, Greek yogurt, or a splash of lime.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast