Savory Green Bean Breakfast Burritos
Start your day with a delicious twist on the classic breakfast burrito. Our Savory Green Bean Breakfast Burritos combine the wholesome flavors of sautéed onions, crispy potatoes, and vibrant green beans wrapped in warm flour tortillas. Topped with a sprinkle of cheese and served with a side of zesty salsa, these burritos are perfect for a hearty morning meal or brunch.
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
3 tablespoons (divided)
onion
1/4 cup (chopped)
potato
1 (cooked, diced)
eggs
6 (whisked)
French style green bean
1/2 cup (drained)
cheese
1 cup (shredded, optional)
flour tortillas
4 (warmed)
Instructions
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1. Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent and fragrant.
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2. Dice the cooked potato into small cubes. Add the potato to the skillet with the onions and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly crispy. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
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3. Crack 6 eggs into a bowl and whisk until well combined. Pour the eggs into the same skillet and cook slowly over low-medium heat, stirring occasionally, until they are softly scrambled.
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4. Drain the French style green beans and add them to the scrambled eggs, gently folding them in.
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5. Return the onion and potato mixture to the skillet, combining it with the eggs and green beans. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to heat through.
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6. While the egg mixture is cooking, heat the flour tortillas in a separate pan or microwave until warm and pliable.
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7. Optionally, sprinkle cheese on top of the egg mixture and let it melt slightly before removing from heat.
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8. Divide the egg mixture evenly among the 4 tortillas. Roll each tortilla tightly to form a burrito.
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9. Serve the burritos with salsa on the side for added flavor.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Green Bean Breakfast Burritos?
They are a hearty breakfast dish consisting of sautéed onions, crispy potatoes, and French style green beans combined with scrambled eggs and wrapped in warm flour tortillas.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is designed to make 4 servings.
Is this breakfast burrito recipe vegetarian?
Yes, based on the ingredients and tags, this recipe is suitable for a vegetarian diet.
What type of green beans should I use?
The recipe specifically calls for 1/2 cup of drained French style green beans.
How should the potatoes be prepared before adding them to the skillet?
The potato should be cooked and then diced into small cubes before being added to the skillet.
How many eggs are required for this recipe?
You will need 6 eggs, which should be whisked until well combined before cooking.
What kind of tortillas are recommended?
The recipe specifies using 4 flour tortillas that have been warmed until pliable.
Is cheese included in the recipe?
Yes, 1 cup of shredded cheese is listed as an optional ingredient to be melted over the egg mixture.
What is the recommended side for these burritos?
It is recommended to serve these burritos with a side of zesty salsa for added flavor.
How much butter is needed for sautéing?
The recipe calls for 3 tablespoons of butter.
How long should I sauté the onions?
Sauté the chopped onions for 3-4 minutes until they are translucent and fragrant.
How long do the potatoes need to cook in the skillet?
Once diced, the cooked potatoes should be sautéed for 2-3 minutes until they become slightly crispy.
What is the best way to cook the eggs?
Cook the eggs slowly over low-medium heat, stirring occasionally, until they are softly scrambled.
When do I add the green beans to the mixture?
Drain the green beans and fold them into the scrambled eggs once the eggs are softly cooked.
How do I warm the flour tortillas?
You can heat the tortillas in a separate pan or in the microwave until they are warm and pliable.
How do I assemble the burritos?
Divide the egg and vegetable mixture evenly among the 4 tortillas and roll each one tightly.
Can these burritos be served for brunch?
Yes, they are described as perfect for a hearty morning meal or a brunch setting.
How much onion is used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of chopped onion.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 7 main ingredients: butter, onion, potato, eggs, green beans, cheese, and tortillas.
What texture should the eggs have?
The eggs should be softly scrambled to maintain a good texture within the burrito.
Is the cheese melted inside the burrito?
Yes, you sprinkle cheese on the egg mixture in the skillet and let it melt slightly before rolling the burritos.
Are the green beans cooked separately?
No, the drained green beans are folded directly into the scrambled eggs.
How do I ensure the potatoes are crispy?
After dicing the cooked potato, sauté it in the butter with the onions for a few minutes until the edges are crisp.
Can I substitute the French style green beans?
While French style is specified for its texture, you could use other green bean varieties as long as they are drained.
What category does this recipe fall under?
This recipe is categorized as a breakfast or brunch dish.
How do I prevent the tortillas from breaking?
Warming the tortillas in a pan or microwave before rolling makes them pliable and prevents tearing.
What flavor profile can I expect?
The dish offers a savory profile with wholesome flavors from the butter, onions, and potatoes.
Is this a quick meal to prepare?
Yes, it is tagged as a 'quick meal' and uses simple preparation steps.
How much potato is needed?
The recipe requires one cooked potato.
What should I do with the onion and potato while cooking the eggs?
After sautéing the onions and potatoes, remove them from the skillet and set them aside while you scramble the eggs.