Hearty Family Breakfast Burritos
Start your day right with these hearty and satisfying breakfast burritos, packed with scrambled eggs, vegetables, and cheese. They're perfect for a family meal or make-ahead breakfasts.
Equipment
- large non-stick skillet
- medium bowl
- spatula
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil (coconut, olive, or vegetable)
- 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers (any color)
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled breakfast sausage or bacon optional
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 6-8 large flour tortillas (whole wheat or regular)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your family's favorite)
Optional Toppings
- salsa
- sliced avocado
- sour cream
- hot sauce
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat cooking oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat, then sauté chopped bell peppers and onion for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- If using, add cooked sausage or bacon to the pan with the vegetables to warm through.
- In a medium bowl, whisk eggs and milk with salt and pepper.
- Pour the egg mixture into the skillet with the vegetables and meat, cooking and stirring gently until the eggs are set but still moist.
Assembly
- Warm tortillas according to package directions using a microwave or dry skillet.
- Lay a warm tortilla flat, spoon a portion of the egg and veggie scramble onto the center, and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Fold in the two opposite sides of the tortilla, then fold up the bottom edge and roll tightly from bottom to top.
Serving and Storage
- Serve the breakfast burritos immediately with optional toppings like salsa, sliced avocado, or sour cream.
- For leftovers, wrap individual burritos tightly in foil, place in a freezer-safe bag, and freeze for 1-2 months; reheat from frozen in microwave or oven.
Notes
Customize your burritos with your favorite vegetables and protein. These burritos are great for meal prepping and freezing for quick breakfasts later. Adjust seasoning to your preference.