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Easy High Protein Breakfast Burritos - A Fast, Filling Start to Your Day

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • Large tortillas (8–10 inch): Whole wheat or high-fiber tortillas work great.
  • Eggs: 6 large eggs.
  • Egg whites (optional): 1 cup, to boost protein without extra fat.
  • Lean turkey sausage or chicken sausage: 8–10 ounces, crumbled or chopped.
  • Black beans: 1 can (15 ounces), rinsed and drained.
  • Bell pepper: 1 medium, diced.
  • Onion: 1 small, diced.
  • Spinach: 2 cups, roughly chopped.
  • Shredded cheese: 1 cup (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a low-fat blend).
  • Plain Greek yogurt: 1/2 cup, for a creamy, high-protein swap for sour cream.
  • Salsa: Your favorite, for moisture and flavor.
  • Olive oil or avocado oil: 1–2 tablespoons.
  • Spices: Salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, and chili powder.
  • Optional boosts: Avocado, hot sauce, cilantro, green onions, or pickled jalapeños.

Method
 

  1. Prep your ingredients: Dice the onion and bell pepper. Rinse and drain the black beans. Chop the spinach. Crack the eggs into a bowl, add egg whites if using, and whisk with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  2. Cook the sausage: Heat a large skillet over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Add the turkey sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes. Sprinkle with paprika and a pinch of chili powder for extra flavor. Transfer to a plate.
  3. Sauté the veggies: In the same skillet, add the onion and bell pepper with a little more oil if needed. Cook 3–4 minutes until soft. Add spinach and cook 1–2 minutes until wilted. Season with salt, pepper, and a dash of cumin and garlic powder.
  4. Scramble the eggs: Reduce heat to medium-low. Pour in the eggs. Gently scramble, pushing the eggs from the edges toward the center until just set and fluffy. Don’t overcook; soft eggs reheat better.
  5. Warm the beans: Stir the black beans into the eggs for a minute to heat through. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  6. Combine: Return the cooked sausage to the skillet and fold it into the egg mixture. Remove from heat.
  7. Warm tortillas: Briefly heat each tortilla in a dry skillet or the microwave so they’re pliable and less likely to tear.
  8. Assemble the burritos: Lay a tortilla flat. Spread a spoonful of Greek yogurt and salsa down the center. Add a generous scoop of the egg-sausage-bean mixture. Top with shredded cheese and any extras like avocado or cilantro.
  9. Roll tightly: Fold the sides in, then roll from the bottom up, tucking as you go. For crisp edges, sear the wrapped burrito seam-side down in a lightly oiled skillet for 1–2 minutes per side.
  10. Serve or store: Eat right away, or cool for meal prep (see storage tips below).