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Protein-Packed Breakfast Burritos Ready to Freeze & Reheat

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 10 burritos
Calories 450
Enjoy these nutritious, protein-rich breakfast burritos that can be prepared in advance, frozen, and quickly reheated for a convenient morning meal.

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 1 cup diced bell peppers
  • 1 cup diced onions
  • 2 cups diced yellow potatoes

Meat

  • 1 lb lean ground meat (turkey, chicken, or beef)

Egg mixture

  • 6 large eggs eggs
  • 4 large egg whites egg whites
  • 0.5 cup cottage cheese

Cheese

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Seasonings & Oils

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

Additional

  • 10 large tortillas burrito-sized tortillas
  • as needed your favorite sauce (e.g., salsa, hot sauce)
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roast diced vegetables on a sheet pan for 20-25 minutes.
  • Cook ground meat with seasonings until fully cooked, then combine with roasted vegetables.
  • Blend eggs, egg whites, and cottage cheese until smooth. Pour over meat and vegetables, top with cheese, and bake until set (12-15 minutes).
  • Cool slightly, slice into 10 portions, then fill tortillas with each portion, add sauce and cilantro, and roll into burritos.
  • Wrap burritos in parchment or foil and freeze. Reheat in microwave for 3-4 minutes before serving.

Notes

For best results, store burritos in airtight containers and reheat thoroughly before eating.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Breakfast
Keyword: Breakfast, freezer, Protein