Protein Breakfast Burrito (Printable)
Quick, filling burrito with eggs, turkey, black beans, spinach and cheddar in whole wheat tortillas.
# 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 breast 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)
# How-To Steps:
01 - Whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper together in a medium mixing bowl until well combined.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced red onion and bell pepper, cooking for 2 to 3 minutes until softened.
03 - Add chopped spinach to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until wilted.
04 - Reduce heat to low. Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and gently scramble the eggs until just set, about 3 minutes.
05 - Stir in chopped turkey or chicken and black beans. Cook for 1 more minute to heat through.
06 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the filling and stir gently until melted.
07 - Warm the tortillas in a dry pan or microwave for 15 seconds to make them flexible.
08 - Divide the warm filling evenly between the tortillas. Fold in the sides and roll tightly to enclose the filling.
09 - Serve immediately, accompanied by salsa if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Each bite packs in enough savory protein to keep you full long after the morning rush.
- You can easily swap out proteins or veggies with whatever’s on hand, so it never gets boring.
02 -
- Overcooking the eggs makes them rubbery—remove from heat while still a little glossy, they’ll finish with the residual heat.
- Letting the burrito rest seam-side down on the pan for a minute helps it hold its shape and keeps the filling inside.
03 -
- Dice your veggies small for truly even filling and a better rolling experience.
- Resist the urge to overstuff—tidy burritos are easier to eat and less messy.