Low Fat Sausage Burrito
Start your morning right with this delicious, protein-packed Low Fat Sausage Burrito recipe! Featuring lean turkey sausage, fluffy egg whites, and a colorful mix of sautéed red and green bell peppers, onions, and garlic, this burrito is bursting with flavor while keeping it light. Wrapped in hearty whole wheat tortillas and topped with creamy low-fat cheddar cheese, tangy salsa, and fresh cilantro, these burritos are a nutritious, satisfying option for busy mornings or a quick lunch. With just 15 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes of cooking, this easy recipe is ideal for anyone looking to enjoy a balanced, guilt-free meal. Perfect for weight-conscious foodies searching for a wholesome low-fat breakfast or lunch idea!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz low fat turkey sausage
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 medium, chopped red bell pepper
- 1 medium, chopped green bell pepper
- 0.5 medium, chopped onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 0.5 cup, shredded low fat cheddar cheese
- 4 large whole wheat tortillas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
- 0.5 cup salsa
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
Add chopped onion, red and green bell peppers, and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes or until they are tender.
Add the low fat turkey sausage to the skillet. Cook for another 6-8 minutes, breaking the sausage into small pieces with a spatula, until fully cooked through.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the egg whites, salt, and black pepper.
Lower the heat to medium, push the sausage and vegetable mixture to one side of the skillet, and pour the egg whites into the other side to scramble them. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally until they are fully cooked.
Mix the scrambled egg whites into the sausage and vegetable mixture. Stir until combined.
Warm the whole wheat tortillas in the microwave or on a dry skillet for about 30 seconds each.
Divide the sausage mixture evenly among the four tortillas. Top each with a sprinkle of the shredded low fat cheddar cheese and a spoonful of salsa.
Roll up each tortilla tightly, folding in the sides as you go to secure the filling.
Serve immediately, garnish with fresh chopped cilantro, and enjoy your low fat sausage burritos.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1614 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.8 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.8 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 202 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 5980 mg | 260% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 141.3 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.9 g | ||
| Protein | 126.5 g | 253% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1160 mg | 89% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 2493 mg | 53% | |
*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.
