Healthy Breakfast Burrito Recipe {Make Ahead Option}
This easy Healthy Breakfast Burrito Recipe will definitely get you up out of bed in the morning! I mean, what’s not to love…eggs, chicken sausage, red potatoes, spinach, onion, red bell pepper, and all of your favorite toppings. Absolutely the best (and nutritious) ingredients all wrapped up into a warm and yummy tortilla. Perfect for the morning or anytime, and my kind of meal!
MAKE AHEAD OPTION
I usually make the entire recipe, wrap each individually in plastic wrap, then put them in the freezer. The breakfast burritos are simple to reheat in the microwave and great for busy mornings or even those nights when you don’t want to make dinner. That happens to me a lot. Especially if I’m working out in the evenings.
Try dipping them in a little greek yogurt or low-fat sour cream for an extra creamy bite. Hot sauce also does wonders to jazz these up even more. Either way, you’ll fall in love!
REHEATING THESE HEALTHY BREAKFAST BURRITOS
- If heating from frozen, unwrap plastic wrap and place on a plate and then into the microwave. Use the defrost setting on your microwave for 2 to 3 minutes, flipping every minute. Then microwave on high for 60-90 seconds or until hot.
- If heating from thawed, microwave on high for 60 to 90 seconds.
- You can also reheat the burritos in the oven or toaster oven, which in my opinion, yields the best results. See the end of the recipe, below, for instructions on this option.
HOW TO FOLD YOUR BREAKFAST BURRITO
Head over to my Sweet Potato Breakfast Burritos Recipe for instructions on the proper fold. Also, you might want to check out the Frozen Breakfast Burritos from A Sweet Pea Chef for step-by-step photos of the rolling process.
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Easy Healthy Breakfast Burritos with a make ahead option will get you up in the morning!
- 4 ounces red potatoes, cubed
- 4 Sugarhouse Maple Breakfast Chicken Sausages or Applegate Sausage Links (I used 4 links at about 85grams.)*
- 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 2 cups spinach, chopped
- 4 large eggs
- 8 egg whites or 1 cup of liquid egg whites from a carton
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt + Pepper to taste
- 4 large tortillas**
- Shredded cheese
- Salsa
- Fresh cilantro
- Guacamole or avocado slices
In a large skillet sprayed with nonstick cooking spray, sauté potatoes for about 3-5 and until they are softening. Chop chicken sausage and add it with onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Continue to cook for a minute or two and then add in spinach. Once veggies are tender and sausage is browned, add eggs, egg whites and seasonings.
- Fill tortillas evenly with 1/4 of the egg mixture and any other toppings you prefer. Fold in the sides of the tortilla over the filling and roll, tucking in the edges as you go.
- Spray cleaned skillet with cooking spray and set the heat to medium. When the skillet is hot, add the burritos, seam side down. Cook, covered, until the bottom of the burritos are golden brown, about 3 minutes. Flip the burritos over and continue cooking, covered, until golden, a few minutes more. Serve warm.
- Make Ahead: The burritos may be assembled a few hours ahead of time, wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerated, before cooking. To reheat leftover burritos, wrap in foil and warm in a 350°F oven for about 15 minutes. (They won't be as crisp as they are fresh out of the pan, but they reheat well.)
*Use gluten-free tortillas as needed. For healthier tortillas, look for whole grain or sprouted. You can typically find these in the bakery area of your grocery store. Whole Foods and Sprouts have great options.
**The Sugarhouse Maple is particular sausage that is a healthier option and can be found at Costco. Applegate brand can be found at most grocery stores. You could also use one very large link, like Aidells Chicken Apple Sausage, which is about 85 grams/link.
*This recipe can easily be doubled if you're serving a crowd or meal prepping.
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Such a great idea to make these ahead of time to make your mornings easier. So smart!
I’m so tired of the same old breakfast rut I’m stuck in these days so these burritos look so wonderful…I love that they can be made ahead too! I’ll be making a batch this weekend!
Breakfast burritos are one of my most favorite breakfast foods. These look so healthy and yummy! Thanks for the recipe!
These are so fresh and healthy! Love the idea of making them ahead
I’ve been looking for some new breakfast ideas and these wraps sounds delicious! My kids and myself will love them – especially with guac on top – yummm!!
I am in love with this make ahead breakfast idea! Morning times can get so crazy! This will help a lot!
Breakfast burritos, like these, are my favorite way to start the day!
I love having breakfast for lunch and this hearty option would be perfect for that. The combo of eggs and avocado is one of my favorites.
My son will love this and I love that it can be made ahead! Perfect on days we need to be out the door quickly.
Delicious recipe and super easy to make! I made a batch yesterday and reheated in the toaster oven this morning and they were perfect. Would 100% recommend!
Awesome to hear! Thanks so much for taking time to leave feedback!
Tried this today and it was awesome! The combination of eggs and veggies in a golden brown tortilla wrap… Amazing! Thank you for sharing the recipe!
Yay! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!!
Hey, Kim! I was looking for a healthy baked breakfast burrito recipe, and yours looks really nutritious and delicious!! Just one question so far – could you use 2-4 more whole eggs in place of the egg whites? I know a lot of people may be trying to cut back a little on whole eggs, but would this substitution work in your recipe?
And if it works, how many whole eggs would you use instead of the egg whites? Thanks so much!!!
Eggs will definitely work fine… and actually probably taste even more delicious! I would use 4 eggs to replace all of the egg whites, so 8 eggs to serve 4.