Protein Breakfast Burrito (Printable)
Protein-packed breakfast burrito with eggs, turkey, beans, spinach and cheddar—ready in 22 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Eggs & Dairy
01 - 4 large eggs
02 - 1/4 cup low-fat milk
03 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
→ Meats & 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 & Additions
09 - 2 large whole wheat tortillas
10 - Salt and pepper, to taste
11 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
12 - Salsa, for serving (optional)
# Directions:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until fully blended.
02 - Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add red onion and red bell pepper, sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until vegetables are tender.
03 - Add chopped spinach to the pan and cook for 1 minute until just wilted.
04 - Reduce heat to low. Pour egg mixture into the skillet and gently scramble, stirring continuously, until the eggs are softly set, about 3 minutes.
05 - Fold in chopped turkey or chicken and black beans; cook for 1 additional minute until heated through.
06 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the mixture and stir until melted and evenly incorporated.
07 - Heat each tortilla in a dry skillet or microwave for about 15 seconds until pliable.
08 - Divide the filling evenly between the tortillas. Fold in the sides and roll each tortilla to enclose the filling securely.
09 - Serve the burritos immediately, accompanied by salsa if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- This burrito is the secret handshake for mornings when you need fuel to tackle whatever comes your way.
- It's become a favorite because you can swap ingredients based on your cravings or just clean out the fridge.
02 -
- Rushing the egg scramble over high heat makes it rubbery—patience leads to creamy eggs every time.
- Warming tortillas prevents them from tearing, and changed burrito assembly for me forever.
03 -
- Always use a nonstick pan for the softest eggs and easy cleanup.
- A sprinkle of fresh herbs on top just before serving lifts the whole dish.