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Spicy Southwest Breakfast Burritos

Spicy Southwest Breakfast Burritos That Will Wow Your Mornings

Spicy Southwest Breakfast Burritos, loaded with protein and vibrant flavors, are perfect for a nutritious breakfast or brunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 burritos
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Burrito Base
  • 4 large Flour Tortillas
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 0.25 cup Milk adds fluffiness
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt adjust based on dietary needs
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Filling
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil for sautéing
  • 0.5 cup Diced Onion
  • 0.5 cup Diced Bell Peppers
  • 1 Fresh Jalapeño optional
  • 0.5 cup Breakfast Sausage or Chorizo cooked and crumbled
  • 0.5 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
For Serving
  • 0.25 cup Salsa for topping
  • 1 Avocado sliced
  • 0.25 cup Chopped Fresh Cilantro garnish
  • Sour cream optional
  • Additional salsa optional

Equipment

  • nonstick skillet
  • whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by dicing the onion and bell peppers. Crumble the cooked sausage and slice the avocado.
  2. In a bowl, crack the eggs and add milk, salt, and pepper. Whisk until pale yellow.
  3. Heat a skillet and add olive oil. Sauté the onion and bell peppers for about 5 minutes.
  4. Pour in the egg mixture and let it sit until it begins to set. Stir gently for 4-5 minutes.
  5. Stir in the crumbled sausage and cheese until melted and combined.
  6. Warm the tortillas in a skillet for 30 seconds per side.
  7. Place filling on each tortilla, add salsa, avocado, and cilantro. Wrap tightly.
  8. Serve immediately with optional sour cream and salsa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burritoCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These burritos can be customized for dietary needs, are meal prep-friendly, and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for 2 months.

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