Veggie-Loaded Protein Breakfast Wrap (Printable)

A nutritious wrap bursting with veggies, eggs, black beans, and cheese for a flavorful morning boost.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
02 - 1 small zucchini, diced
03 - 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
04 - 1 cup baby spinach, chopped
05 - 1 small tomato, seeded and diced

→ Protein & Dairy

06 - 6 large eggs
07 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese or plant-based alternative
08 - 1/4 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
09 - 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed

→ Wrap & Toppings

10 - 4 large whole wheat tortillas
11 - 1/2 avocado, sliced
12 - 1/4 cup salsa
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

→ Spices & Seasonings

14 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
15 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
16 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
17 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
18 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

# Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion, bell pepper, and zucchini; sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
02 - Add chopped spinach and diced tomato to the skillet; cook for 2 minutes until spinach wilts. Stir in black beans, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional minute, then remove vegetables from the skillet and set aside.
03 - Whisk eggs with milk in a bowl. Pour the mixture into the same skillet and scramble until just set. Remove from heat and fold in shredded cheese.
04 - Warm whole wheat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for 20 seconds until pliable.
05 - Place veggie mixture, scrambled eggs, avocado slices, and a spoonful of salsa in the center of each tortilla. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro if desired.
06 - Fold the sides of the tortilla inward and roll it tightly. Serve immediately or wrap in foil for portability.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It keeps you satisfied for hours without feeling heavy or greasy.
  • You can wrap it up and eat it in the car, at your desk, or on a trail.
  • The colors alone make you feel like you're doing something good for yourself.
  • It's endlessly adaptable, so you never get bored of the same breakfast.
02 -
  • Seed the tomato or your burrito will be a soggy disappointment by the time you unwrap it.
  • Don't overcook the eggs, they keep cooking a little even after you pull them off the heat.
  • Warm the tortillas every single time, cold tortillas crack and tear when you try to roll them.
03 -
  • Press down gently on the burrito as you roll to keep the filling compact and prevent it from unraveling.
  • If you want a crispy exterior, sear the finished burrito seam-side down in a hot skillet for a minute before serving.
  • Prep all your veggies the night before and store them in a container so morning assembly is almost effortless.
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