Make-Ahead Freezer Breakfast Burritos

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Make these vegetarian breakfast burritos ahead and freeze for an easy, on-the-go meal that's warmed in a microwave when ready to serve.

burrito on a plate
Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:
6

Breakfast burritos are a favorite in our house for their quick, flavorful blast of protein and fiber. I like to use sweet potatoes for extra vitamins, but you can also roast a russet potato the same way with good results. You can also swap refried beans for black beans, and try with your favorite salsas. I always serve with plenty of hot sauce after reheating!

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Ingredients

  • 1 large sweet potato, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided

  • kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • 6 eggs, lightly beaten

  • ¼ cup milk

  • 1 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese

  • 6 large flour tortillas

  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained

  • ¾ cup cooked vegan chorizo (Optional)

  • ½ cup prepared salsa verde

  • hot sauce or salsa, for serving

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients and preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).

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  2. Spread sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season well with salt and pepper and toss to coat.

    Chopped sweet potatoes on a baking sheet, seasoned with salt, pepper, and oil.

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  3. Roast sweet potatoes until tender and browned, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool to room temperature.

    Cooked sweet potatoes on a baking sheet.

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  4. Heat remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Whisk eggs and milk together in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper. Pour eggs into pan and cook, stirring frequently with a rubber spatula, until they begin to set, about 2 to 3 minutes. Sprinkle cheese over eggs and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until eggs are no longer runny, 3 minutes more. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.

    Scrambled eggs cooking in a skillet.

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  5. Wrap tortillas in a dish cloth and microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until pliable. To assemble each burrito: Spread about ¼ cup sweet potatoes, ⅓ cup scrambled eggs, ¼ cup black beans and 2 tablespoons chorizo in a horizontal line across the middle of the tortilla, leaving about 2 inches on either side. Drizzle with 1 to 2 tablespoons salsa verde.

    A tortilla on a cutting board with burrito fillings.

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  6. Fold left and right sides over the filling, then tightly roll from the bottom of the tortilla to form a burrito. Tightly wrap in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Repeat with remaining tortillas, and freeze for up to 1 month. Alternatively, refrigerate for up to three days.

    A person wrapping a burrito with foil.

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  7. To serve: Remove burrito from plastic or foil and place on a plate in the microwave. Microwave on high for 4 to 5 minutes, until filling is hot and tortilla is tender. Serve immediately with your choice of hot sauce or salsa. If reheating from the refrigerator, microwave on high for 1 ½ to 2 minutes.

    A burrito on a plate with a small cup of salsa on the side.

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Cook's Note:

You can use Cheddar cheese instead of pepper Jack.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

561 Calories
23g Fat
66g Carbs
22g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 561
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 23g 30%
Saturated Fat 8g 39%
Cholesterol 210mg 70%
Sodium 979mg 43%
Total Carbohydrate 66g 24%
Dietary Fiber 8g 27%
Protein 22g 43%
Potassium 585mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.