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High-Protein Breakfast Burritos

These nutritious and filling breakfast burritos are packed with lean turkey, black beans, and eggs, providing around 30g of protein per serving. Perfect for meal prepping, they can be enjoyed throughout the week!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 burritos
Course: Breakfast, Meal Prep
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb lean ground turkey (93% lean) Opt for 93% lean ground turkey for moisture without excessive fat.
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup cooked black beans, rinsed and drained Fiber-rich addition.
  • 1 cup low-fat shredded cheddar cheese About 2 tbsp per burrito.
  • 6 large whole wheat tortillas Warm tortillas to make them pliable.
  • 1.5 cups diced bell peppers and onions
Spices and Seasoning
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper To taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the lean ground turkey and cook until no longer pink, breaking it up into small pieces.
  3. Add the diced bell peppers and onions, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Season with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat everything.
  5. In a separate pan, scramble the eggs until just set but still soft. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  6. Add the rinsed and drained black beans to the turkey and veggie mixture, stir well to combine, and heat through.
  7. Warm the whole wheat tortillas in the microwave for 10 seconds to make them pliable.
Assembly
  1. Spoon approximately 1/6 of the turkey-bean mixture onto each tortilla.
  2. Add a generous spoonful of scrambled eggs and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
  3. Fold in the sides and roll tightly to form burritos.
  4. Optional: Place burritos seam side down in a skillet over medium heat and toast each side for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
Storage
  1. Let burritos cool completely before wrapping tightly in foil or plastic wrap.
  2. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

These burritos are versatile and can be enjoyed with fresh fruit, smoothies, salsa, or hot sauce.