Description
Start your day off right with this high-protein breakfast burrito, brimming with fluffy scrambled eggs, black beans, and vibrant veggies, all wrapped in a warm tortilla. Perfect for busy mornings or relaxing brunches, this customizable dish is not only delicious but also packs a nutritional punch that keeps you energized throughout the day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup black beans (canned or cooked)
- 1/2 cup bell peppers (diced)
- 1/4 cup onion (diced)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (Cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 flour tortillas (10-inch)
- Salsa for serving
Instructions
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté diced onions and bell peppers until softened, about 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs with salt and pepper until well blended.
- Pour the egg mixture into the skillet over sautéed veggies. Cook gently, stirring occasionally until eggs are just set but still soft.
- Stir in black beans and cheese until the cheese is melted.
- Scoop filling onto warmed tortillas, fold in sides, and roll from the bottom up to secure.
- Slice burritos in half and serve with salsa on top or on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 370mg
Keywords: Customize by adding avocado, spinach, or different proteins like chicken or turkey sausage. For a gluten-free option, use corn tortillas. These burritos can be made ahead of time; simply wrap tightly in foil and refrigerate or freeze.