December 10, 2024

High Protein Epic Breakfast Burrito Recipe

Ingredients

  • 4 small low carb tortillas OR 2 large low carb tortillas
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup egg whites
  • 4 oz lean ground beef**
  • ½ cup shredded reduced fat cheddar cheese
  • ½ green pepper, diced
  • ½ red pepper diced
  • ½ small onion diced
  • 1½ tbs taco seasoning (or seasoning of choice)
  • Salt and Pepper, as desired

Cooking Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together eggs and egg whites
  2. Spray a skillet with nonstick spray
  3. Scramble eggs (with salt & pepper, if using) over medium heat until desired doneness
  4. While eggs are cooking, dice up red pepper, green pepper and onion
  5. When eggs are done, remove from pan and cover
  6. Add ground beef and taco seasoning to skillet
  7. Cook beef until done
  8. Lay burrito or tortilla on a plate
  9. Layer scrambled eggs, peppers, onion, ground beef and then finish off with a sprinkle of cheese
  10. Wrap up and enjoy with a side of fresh fruit!

Notes:

*This recipe makes a great Sunday meal prep! Simply wrap burritos in tin foil and place in freezer (once cooled). Remove from the freezer before heading out the door for the day!

**You can mix and match flavors with this recipe by:

  • a) adding in salsa and avocado for a Mexican burrito
  • b) using Italian herbs in place of taco seasoning and adding in marinara sauce and mozzarella
  • c) using buffalo sauce in place of taco seasoning and adding in blue cheese for a buffalo wrap

The possibilities are endless!

Serving Suggestions

Makes 2 servings

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