Heart-Healthy Breakfast Burritos
Kick-start your morning with these nourishing and flavorful Heart-Healthy Breakfast Burritos—perfectly crafted for a guilt-free yet satisfying start to your day. Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like fluffy egg whites, vibrant spinach, black beans, and creamy avocado, this recipe is a powerhouse of lean protein, fiber, and heart-friendly fats. The whole wheat tortillas provide a wholesome base, while a sprinkle of low-fat cheddar cheese and fresh cilantro adds a burst of flavor. Elevated with sautéed red bell peppers and onions, these burritos are both nourishing and delicious. Ready in just 30 minutes, they're ideal for busy mornings or meal prep, offering a balanced and portable breakfast option. Serve with a side of salsa for a tangy kick that completes this healthy, energizing meal! Perfect for anyone seeking breakfast recipes that are quick, nutritious, and designed with heart health in mind.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces whole wheat tortillas
- 8 large egg whites
- 100 grams fresh spinach
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 medium avocado
- 60 grams low-fat shredded cheddar cheese
- 200 grams black beans
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 cup chopped onion
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 120 grams salsa
Instructions
In a large nonstick skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add chopped onion and red bell pepper, and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
Add fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes until wilted.
In a separate bowl, whisk egg whites with salt and ground black pepper.
Pour the egg whites into the skillet and gently stir until the eggs are fully cooked, about 5 minutes.
Warm the whole wheat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for a few seconds to make them pliable.
Spread 1/4 of the egg and vegetable mixture onto each tortilla.
Top each with an equal portion of black beans, low-fat shredded cheddar cheese, avocado slices, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
Roll each tortilla tightly to form the burritos.
Serve with salsa on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1541 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.7 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.7 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 21 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 5256 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 173.0 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.7 g | 149% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.4 g | ||
| Protein | 83.7 g | 167% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 880 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 2425 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
