Quick and Easy Breakfast Burritos (20 Minutes)

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Despite its name, a breakfast burrito isn’t just for breakfast. Packed with protein and healthy fats, it makes an excellent lunch or dinner option when you’re short on time.  Quick, tasty, and totally customizable, breakfast burritos are a staple in my house — and it’s not hard to see why!

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 burritos 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Breakfast meat of choice
  • Salsa, optional
  • Avocado slices, optional

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add egg mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, until set, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Warm up tortillas in the microwave for about 15-20 seconds until they are soft and pliable.
  4. On each tortilla, place a scoop of the scrambled eggs, a handful of shredded cheese, and some crumbled bacon. Add salsa and avocado slices if desired.
  5. Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll up tightly into a burrito.
  6. Place burrito into a clean skillet over medium heat, flipping once until both sides are crisp.
  7. Serve immediately or wrap tightly in foil to keep warm until ready to eat.

Notes

Feel free to swap in other fillings or toppings including black beans, diced tomatoes, or a handful of spinach. You can also make these healthier by using turkey bacon or turkey sausage. These are also great to make ahead of time and heat up for breakfast, lunch, or another dinner at any point in the next few days!

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 burrito
  • Calories: 420 calories
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 845mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 278mg

Pair this with...

Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges

Begin by preheating your oven and grabbing some sweet potatoes. After washing and drying them, slice each potato lengthwise into wedge shapes. In a large bowl, toss these wedges with a bit of olive oil, ensuring they're well-coated. Season with salt, pepper, and any additional spices you fancy – a sprinkle of paprika or cinnamon can be a nice touch. Spread them out on a baking sheet, ensuring they're not crowded to achieve that perfect roast. Bake until they're golden and slightly crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside.

Black Bean and Corn Salad

Start by draining and rinsing a can of black beans, then combine it with a cup of sweet corn (frozen and thawed works great, or fresh off the cob). Dice up a ripe tomato, a red pepper, and a red onion for some juicy crunch. For that herbal freshness, chop up a handful of cilantro and toss it in. Mix everything in a large bowl and give it a good stir. For dressing, squeeze the juice of one lime, drizzle a bit of olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Mix it all up, and voila!

Guacamole

Start with ripe avocados - when you give them a gentle squeeze, they should have a little give, but not feel mushy. Halve and pit them, scooping out their green goodness into a bowl. Now, add the juice of a fresh lime. This brightens the flavor and helps keep that vibrant green color. Toss in a finely chopped small red onion, a minced clove of garlic, a small diced tomato, and maybe a deseeded and diced jalapeño if you're in the mood for some heat. A handful of chopped cilantro leaves adds that distinct freshness, but if you're not a fan, it's okay to skip it. Sprinkle in some salt, and then mash everything together. You can use a fork or a potato masher, depending on how chunky you like your guacamole. Give it a taste and adjust the seasonings as needed. Serve it up with tortilla chips or as a side to pretty much anything.

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