Meal Prep Breakfast Burritos
Delicious and nutritious breakfast burritos that can be made in advance for busy mornings, packed with protein, veggies, and a hint of cheese.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb frozen tater tots (about 3 cups)
- 1 lb ground turkey or pork breakfast sausage
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 cup diced bell pepper (approximately 1 bell pepper, any color)
- 1/2 cup finely diced yellow onion (approximately 1/2 small onion)
- 12 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (omit for dairy-free)
- 10 10-inch flour tortillas (use gluten free if needed)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven and bake tater tots according to package directions. You will need 40 tots (4 per burrito), so if you make the full one pound, you will have some leftover tots to enjoy.
- Place a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the breakfast sausage, stirring to break up and crumble. Cook until the meat is cooked through, about 7 minutes. Remove cooked sausage to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside.
- While the sausage cooks, place a separate large skillet over medium heat. When hot, add the olive oil, green pepper, and onion; sauté until the veggies are tender, stirring often, about 6 minutes.
- While the vegetables and meat are cooking, place the eggs in a medium bowl and whisk well. Pour the eggs into the large skillet with the peppers and onions. Push around with a spatula as they cook. Cook until the eggs are set, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Gently fold the cooked sausage into the egg mixture. Remove from heat and allow to cool for about 10 minutes.
Assembly
- To prepare the tortillas, wrap them in damp paper towels and microwave for 15 to 20 seconds to make them pliable.
- For burrito assembly, scoop about 1 cup of the egg-sausage-veggie mixture into the center of each tortilla. Add 4 tater tots and about 1 to 2 tablespoons of cheese.
- Fold one edge of the tortilla up and over the filling and pull it tightly toward the center. Fold in the sides of the tortilla and continue to roll. Place the wrapped burritos on a baking sheet while you assemble the rest.
- To prepare burritos for the freezer, wrap each burrito in a sheet of parchment paper and then wrap again in a square sheet of aluminum foil. Label burritos and place in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Notes
Feel free to swap out the sausage for a plant-based option if you prefer. Add other vegetables like spinach or tomatoes for extra flavor and nutrition. Make sure to thoroughly cool the filling before wrapping the tortillas to prevent sogginess. If you're short on time, consider making a large batch on the weekend to last through the week.