Whether you’re starting your day at home or need a convenient breakfast for a busy morning, this breakfast burrito recipe is a delicious and customizable option.

The combination of fluffy scrambled eggs, savory breakfast sausage or bacon, melted cheddar cheese, and fresh veggies creates a burst of flavors in every bite. The optional fresh salsa adds a zesty and vibrant element that enhances the overall taste.

Feel free to customize the ingredients based on your preferences, and you’ll have a hearty and flavorful breakfast that’s perfect for starting your day on a delicious note. Enjoy the delightful combination of textures and tastes wrapped in a warm tortilla!

  • Preparation Time: 15 min
  • Cooking Time: 10 min
  • Total Time: 25 min
  • Servings: 4

Ingredients:

For the Burrito:

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup cooked and seasoned breakfast sausage or bacon
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
  • Hot sauce or salsa (optional, for serving)

For Salsa (Optional):

  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Eggs:
    • In a bowl, whisk the eggs and season with salt and black pepper. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and scramble the eggs until soft and cooked to your liking.
  2. Warm the Tortillas:
    • Heat the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for about 10 seconds on each side to make them pliable.
  3. Assemble the Burritos:
    • On each tortilla, place a portion of scrambled eggs, cooked breakfast sausage or bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, diced red onion, and cilantro if using.
  4. Fold and Roll:
    • Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll it from the bottom to create a burrito.
  5. Prepare Salsa (Optional):
    • In a bowl, mix diced tomatoes, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper to make a fresh salsa.
  6. Serve and Enjoy:
    • Serve the breakfast burritos immediately, with a side of salsa and hot sauce if desired.
  7. Customize:
    • Feel free to customize the burritos with additional ingredients such as avocado slices, sour cream, or sautéed bell peppers.
  8. Enjoy Anytime:
    • These hearty breakfast burritos are perfect for a quick and satisfying morning meal, and they’re easily portable for breakfast on the go.