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High Protein Breakfast Burritos

High Protein Breakfast Burritos for a Hearty Morning Boost

Elevate your morning with High Protein Breakfast Burritos, packed with 28g of protein and customizable to your tastes.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 burritos
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Turkey Sausage
  • 1 tablespoon oil olive oil or your favorite
  • 1 pound ground turkey or ground chicken
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup optional
  • 1 teaspoon ground sage or Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or fresh garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Veggie Filling
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 medium red bell pepper chopped
Eggs
  • 6 eggs or egg whites
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or dairy-free cheese
Wrap
  • 4 10-inch tortillas or gluten-free tortillas

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Microwave

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey, maple syrup, ground sage, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and thyme. Cook for 6-8 minutes until browned.
    High Protein Breakfast Burritos
  2. In the same skillet, add chopped onion and red bell pepper, sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender and fragrant.
    High Protein Breakfast Burritos
  3. Whisk together eggs in a bowl with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Pour into the skillet with vegetables and cook for 3-5 minutes, gently scrambling.
    High Protein Breakfast Burritos
  4. Fold the cooked turkey into the scrambled eggs and vegetables. Stir in shredded cheese until melted. Let cool for 10 minutes.
    High Protein Breakfast Burritos
  5. Heat tortillas in the microwave for 20-30 seconds and wrap in a towel to keep warm.
    High Protein Breakfast Burritos
  6. Take a tortilla, add the filling in the center, fold the sides, and roll tightly from the bottom. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
    High Protein Breakfast Burritos
  7. Cook burritos in a skillet over medium heat for 2-4 minutes per side until browned and crispy.
    High Protein Breakfast Burritos

Nutrition

Serving: 1burritoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 210mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These burritos are perfect for meal prep; store in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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