Description
These burritos are packed with protein and bursting with flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- ½ lb lean ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 small red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small green bell pepper, diced
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp olive oil or butter
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Start by getting all your ingredients ready. Dice your bell peppers and red onion finely to allow for even cooking. If you prefer, you can use a food processor to make quick work of chopping. Remember to drain and rinse the canned black beans, as this will enhance their flavor and reduce sodium. Finally, shred your cheddar cheese with a grater, which adds a delightful meltiness when assembled.
- Cook the Ground Meat: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the ground beef or turkey and cook it until it turns a beautiful brown color, about 5-7 minutes. This step is crucial to developing flavor, so don’t rush! While the meat is cooking, add the chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine, ensuring every morsel is packed with flavor. Once cooked, transfer the meat to a bowl and set it aside for later.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Using the same skillet, add your diced bell peppers and onion to the pan. This will take on the flavors of the ground meat left behind. Sauté the vegetables for about 3-4 minutes until they are soft and fragrant. Remove them from heat and set aside with the cooked meat.
- Scramble the Eggs: In a separate bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them well with a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Pour the eggs into the skillet over low heat. With a spatula, gently stir and fold the eggs as they cook. This technique will give you fluffy scrambled eggs, ready when they appear set but still slightly soft. Remove them from heat as they finish cooking off the residual heat.
- Assemble the Burritos: It’s time to build your burritos! Lay one tortilla flat on your workspace. Start layering with a scoop of scrambled eggs, followed by a spoonful of the cooked meat, sautéed vegetables, black beans, and a generous handful of shredded cheese. Be thoughtful not to overfill; this makes rolling easier! Fold the sides of the tortilla inwards and carefully roll it from the bottom to enclose the filling, creating a neat burrito.
- Toast for Crispiness: If you prefer a crispy finish, return the burrito to your skillet over medium heat. Toast each side for about 1-2 minutes until golden brown and crispy. This crispy outside contrasts perfectly with the warm, gooey insides.
Notes
Be cautious not to over-scramble the eggs; they should be soft and slightly runny.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sodium: Varies
- Protein: 30 g