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High Protein Breakfast Burrito


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  • Author: Mia
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 burrito

Description

This high-protein breakfast burrito is a satisfying and nutritious way to start your day, packed with eggs, chicken sausage, veggies, and cheese wrapped in a whole wheat tortilla.


Ingredients

  • 2 eggs
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup chopped mushrooms
  • 1 fully cooked chicken sausage link, sliced
  • 1/4 cup shredded Mexican cheese
  • 1 whole wheat tortilla
  • Salsa (optional)

Instructions

  1. Spray a skillet with cooking spray and sauté the onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms over medium heat until soft.
  2. Add sliced chicken sausage to the skillet and cook until heated through.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and egg whites, then pour into the skillet with the veggies and sausage. Stir gently to scramble.
  4. Once eggs are cooked, remove skillet from heat and stir in the shredded cheese until melted.
  5. Spoon the mixture into the center of a whole wheat tortilla and roll into a burrito.
  6. Top with salsa if desired and serve warm.

Notes

  • You can prep the veggie mixture in advance to save time in the morning.
  • Swap in your favorite veggies or cheese based on preference.
  • This recipe is great for meal prep and can be frozen.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 burrito
  • Calories: 330
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 820mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 235mg