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Easy Make-Ahead Egg White Breakfast Burritos

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings 4 burritos
Calories 250
These nutritious and customizable breakfast burritos can be prepared ahead of time for a quick and healthy start to your day.

Ingredients

Egg Whites

  • 1 ½ cups egg whites (about 12 large egg whites or carton equivalent)
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • to taste salt and pepper Salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or non-stick spray
  • ½ cup diced bell peppers (any color, fresh or frozen)
  • ¼ cup finely chopped red onion
  • ½ cup canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • ½ cup fresh spinach (roughly chopped (or kale))
  • 4 large whole wheat or flour tortillas (8-inch diameter recommended)
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (use dairy-free cheese if preferred)
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • Optional: salsa or hot sauce for serving

Instructions 

  • Dice bell peppers and red onion, chop spinach, rinse black beans. Set aside.
  • Sauté bell peppers and onions in 1 teaspoon olive oil until softened (~3 min). Add spinach and beans, cook 2 min. Remove from pan.
  • Whisk egg whites with paprika, salt, and pepper until frothy (~2 min).
  • Cook eggs in skillet with spray or oil until just set (~5-7 min), folding gently.
  • Mix cooked veggies into eggs. Warm tortillas, fill with mixture, cheese, and cilantro. Roll tightly.
  • Wrap burritos individually for storage. Reheat in microwave for 1-2 min when ready to serve.

Notes

For extra flavor, add hot sauce or salsa when serving.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Egg Whites