Description
These Protein-Packed Breakfast Burritos are perfect for busy mornings, providing a nutritious and filling meal that can be made in advance and stored in the freezer.
Ingredients
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- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 large whole wheat tortillas
Instructions
- In a large skillet, sauté the onions and bell peppers until soft.
- In a bowl, whisk the eggs and season with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the eggs into the skillet and scramble until fully cooked.
- Add the black beans and cheese to the egg mixture, stirring until the cheese is melted.
- Lay out the tortillas and evenly distribute the egg mixture among them.
- Roll the tortillas tightly, folding in the sides to secure the filling.
- Wrap each burrito in foil or plastic wrap and place them in the freezer.
- To reheat, unwrap and microwave for 2-3 minutes or until heated through.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite vegetables or meats.
- These burritos can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- For a spicier version, add jalapeños or hot sauce to the filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 200mg