Quick and Healthy Breakfast Burritos
Start your day with a delightful and nourishing breakfast burrito packed with protein and flavor. Effortlessly adaptable, these wraps can be personalized with your favorite fillings and toppings; think of them as a canvas for your breakfast creativity. This version emphasizes a healthier approach, featuring egg substitutes, low-fat cheese, and reduced sodium salsa, making them an excellent option for both your waistline and your taste buds.
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Servings
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Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
olive oil
1 tablespoon (for cooking eggs)
large eggs
3 (beaten)
egg substitute (Egg Beaters preferred)
3/4 cup (beaten)
1% low-fat milk
1 tablespoon (for mixing with eggs)
salt
1 teaspoon ((optional))
black pepper
1/2 teaspoon (to taste)
low-fat cheddar cheese
1 cup (shredded)
salsa, chunky-style
3/4 cup (warmed, low-sodium if available)
flour tortillas
6 large (warmed, oat bran and flaxseed lavash bread preferred)
Instructions
1
Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
2
In a mixing bowl, combine the eggs, egg substitute, low-fat milk, optional salt, and black pepper. Beat the mixture until well blended.
3
Pour the egg mixture into the skillet. Cook without stirring until the edges and bottom begin to set, approximately 1 minute.
4
Stir continuously for an additional 2 minutes until the mixture is just slightly set and creamy.
5
Add the shredded low-fat cheddar cheese to the egg mixture. Stir well, then remove the skillet from heat.
6
Meanwhile, in a separate saucepan, gently warm the salsa over low heat.
7
Wrap the flour tortillas in a clean kitchen towel and microwave them on high for 1 minute to warm them up.
8
Spoon the cooked egg and cheese mixture into the center of each warmed tortilla, dividing it equally.
9
Top each portion with 2 tablespoons of the warmed salsa.
10
To fold the burritos: fold one side of the tortilla over the filling, fold up the bottom edge, then roll the burrito tightly to enclose the filling.
11
Serve the burritos immediately, while warm and enjoy your nutritious breakfast.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Quick and Healthy Breakfast Burritos?
They are a delightful and nourishing breakfast wrap packed with protein and flavor, designed to be a healthy and customizable start to your day.
How many eggs are required for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 3 large eggs and 3/4 cup of egg substitute like Egg Beaters.
What type of oil is used for cooking the eggs?
One tablespoon of olive oil is used to heat the skillet until shimmering.
Is milk included in the egg mixture?
Yes, the recipe uses 1 tablespoon of 1% low-fat milk.
Are these breakfast burritos low in fat?
Yes, they utilize low-fat milk, low-fat cheddar cheese, and egg substitutes to keep the fat content lower.
What kind of cheese is recommended?
The recipe suggests 1 cup of shredded low-fat cheddar cheese.
How do I prepare the tortillas?
Wrap 6 large flour tortillas in a clean kitchen towel and microwave them on high for 1 minute.
What is the preferred type of tortilla or wrap?
While flour tortillas are used, oat bran and flaxseed lavash bread are the preferred healthy alternative.
How much salsa should be added to each burrito?
Each burrito should be topped with 2 tablespoons of warmed salsa.
What is the best way to warm the salsa?
Gently warm the chunky-style salsa in a separate saucepan over low heat.
How long should I cook the egg mixture without stirring?
Cook the egg mixture without stirring for approximately 1 minute until the edges and bottom begin to set.
How long do I stir the eggs once they start setting?
Stir the eggs continuously for an additional 2 minutes until they are slightly set and creamy.
When should the cheese be added to the eggs?
Add the shredded low-fat cheddar cheese to the egg mixture once it is creamy, then stir and remove from heat.
What are the primary seasonings used?
The seasonings include 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper and an optional 1 teaspoon of salt.
How do you fold the breakfast burritos?
Fold one side of the tortilla over the filling, fold up the bottom edge, then roll the burrito tightly to enclose the filling.
Are these burritos suitable for a low-sodium diet?
The recipe recommends using low-sodium salsa and makes the salt optional to accommodate lower sodium needs.
How many burritos does this recipe make?
This recipe makes 6 large breakfast burritos.
Can I personalize the fillings?
Yes, these burritos are described as a canvas for your breakfast creativity and are effortlessly adaptable.
What temperature should the skillet be?
The olive oil should be heated in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
What is the texture of the eggs supposed to be?
The eggs should be cooked until they are just slightly set and creamy.
Should the burritos be served cold or warm?
They should be served immediately while warm for the best taste and nutrition.
What kind of salsa is best for this recipe?
Chunky-style salsa is recommended, specifically low-sodium if it is available.
Is an egg substitute required?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of egg substitute to emphasize a healthier approach.
What is the first step in making the burritos?
The first step is heating the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
How do I mix the egg base?
In a mixing bowl, combine eggs, egg substitute, milk, salt, and pepper, then beat until well blended.
What category of food does this fall into?
This is a breakfast recipe categorized under healthy wraps and burritos.
Are these burritos quick to make?
Yes, the recipe is tagged as 'quick' and designed for a fast morning routine.
How is the cheese incorporated?
The cheese is stirred directly into the egg mixture just before removing the skillet from the heat.
Where do you place the filling on the tortilla?
The cooked egg and cheese mixture should be spooned into the center of each warmed tortilla.
Can I use regular cheddar instead of low-fat?
While the recipe specifies low-fat cheddar for health benefits, you can personalize it with your favorite cheese.