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High-Protein Roasted Breakfast Burritos

These aren't your average breakfast wraps. By roasting the potatoes and peppers first and using a blender to incorporate cottage cheese into the eggs, you get a sophisticated texture and a massive protein boost.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 10

Equipment

  • 1  9×13-inch baking dish
  • 1 blender

Ingredients

  • 2 Yukon gold potatoes 1/2-inch diced
  • 2 bell peppers any color, 1/2-inch diced
  • 1 small yellow onion 1/2-inch diced
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper optional
  • 6 oz precooked chicken sausage links diced (chorizo-style recommended)
  • 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • 8 large eggs
  • 2/3 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 10-12 tortillas low carb or whole wheat

Instructions

  • Roast the Base: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a 9x13 baking dish, toss potatoes, peppers, and onions with oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and cayenne. Roast for 15 minutes.
  • Add Protein: Stir the diced sausage into the vegetables. Roast for another 15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  • Prepare Eggs: While roasting, blend the cottage cheese and eggs in a blender until completely smooth.
  • Bake the Filling: Pour the egg mixture over the roasted veggies and sprinkle with cheddar. Bake for 10–15 minutes until the center is set.
  • Assemble: Let the filling cool. Slice into 10 or 12 rectangles. Place one rectangle in each tortilla, fold in the sides, and roll tightly.
  • Store: Wrap individually in foil or parchment. Refrigerate for 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Reheating: Thaw overnight, the microwave for 1-2 minutes until hot. Optionally, crisp in non-stick skillet, with a bit of oil, for 3-4 minutes per side.

Notes

Macros Per Serving
Based on 1 serving (1/10th of the recipe) using a standard medium whole wheat tortilla (~130 calories).
Metric Amount
Calories 455 kcal
Protein 23g
Net Carbohydrates 46g
Fat 18g
Fiber 7g
Note: Original nutritional data provided by the author excluded the tortilla. These calculations include a standard 8-inch whole wheat wrap.