Description
Start your day strong with these High Protein Breakfast Burritos, a delicious and energizing option for anyone craving a quick breakfast that doesn’t sacrifice flavor or nutrition. Perfect for busy mornings, weekend brunches, or post-workout meals, these burritos are packed with scrambled eggs, lean sausage, fiber-rich black beans, and melty cheese—all wrapped in a warm tortilla. Whether you’re meal prepping or making them fresh, they’re a fantastic choice among easy recipes, breakfast ideas, and protein-packed food ideas. Every bite brings comfort, fuel, and flavor to your morning routine.
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1/2 pound lean turkey or chicken sausage
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/3 cup sweet corn (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
- 4–6 large flour tortillas (burrito-size)
- Optional: avocado slices, salsa, Greek yogurt or sour cream
Instructions
- Heat oil in a skillet and cook sausage until browned (5–7 min). Add bell pepper and onion; cook 3–4 more minutes with paprika and cumin.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs with salt and pepper. Scramble on medium-low heat until fluffy. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix sausage-veggie blend, scrambled eggs, beans, corn, and cheese.
- Warm tortillas to make them pliable.
- Spoon filling into tortillas. Add optional toppings. Fold and roll burrito-style.
- Toast seam-side down in a skillet if desired, or serve as-is.
- Serve warm or wrap for storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes