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Protein-Packed Breakfast Burritos

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Hearty and flavorful breakfast burritos packed with protein from eggs and black beans, perfect for busy mornings and meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup black beans (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1/4 cup onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped, optional)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 large whole wheat tortillas (can substitute gluten-free or low-carb)
  • 1 ripe avocado (sliced)
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional)
  • Hot sauce or salsa (optional, to taste)

Instructions

  1. Dice the red bell pepper and onion, mince the garlic, and chop the cilantro. Drain and rinse the black beans well.
  2. Crack 4 large eggs into a mixing bowl. Add a pinch of salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon of cumin. Whisk until slightly frothy, about 1 minute.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and bell peppers and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add garlic during the last minute.
  4. Stir in black beans, smoked paprika, and a pinch more salt. Cook for 2 minutes, gently mashing some beans to create a creamy texture.
  5. Push the veggie-bean mixture to one side of the pan. Pour eggs into the empty side and let sit a few seconds. Gently stir and fold eggs until just set but moist, about 2-3 minutes. Combine everything in the pan.
  6. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for 15 seconds until pliable. Lay each tortilla flat and spoon an equal amount of the egg-bean mixture down the center.
  7. Sprinkle with shredded cheese and chopped cilantro, add avocado slices, and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt if desired.
  8. Fold the sides of the tortilla inward, then roll tightly from the bottom up. Optionally, toast the burrito seam-side down in the skillet for 1 minute to seal and add crunch.
  9. Cut in half if desired and serve immediately. For storage, wrap individually in foil and refrigerate or freeze.

Notes

[‘Cook eggs on medium-low heat and stir gently to keep them fluffy and moist.’, ‘Mash some beans while cooking to create a cohesive filling.’, ‘Prep veggies the night before for faster mornings.’, ‘Avoid overheating tortillas to prevent brittleness.’, ‘Toast burritos seam-side down for extra crunch and to help them hold together.’, ‘Add a squeeze of fresh lime juice instead of sour cream or yogurt for brightness.’, ‘Use organic eggs and high-quality beans for best flavor.’, ‘Customize with different beans, cheeses, or add meats like bacon or shredded chicken.’]

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