The Ultimate Breakfast Burrito (Meal Prep Edition)

These loaded breakfast burritos are the ultimate morning fuel — packed with seasoned lean ground turkey, scrambled eggs, fresh veggies, and creamy avocado, all wrapped up in a warm tortilla. Perfect for meal prep or a hearty weekend breakfast. Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 1 lb lean ground turkey
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 sweet onion, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 poblano pepper, chopped or sliced
• 1 clove garlic, minced or grated
• Kosher salt + pepper, to taste
• 8 eggs
• 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup fresh basil + cilantro, chopped
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 4 burrito-size tortillas

Instructions

1. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain any excess liquid, then push to the side of the skillet.
2. Add a small drizzle of olive oil to the skillet and set over medium heat. Add the onion, red bell pepper, and poblano pepper. Cook for 5 minutes or until softened. Add the garlic and cook 30 seconds longer. Season with salt and pepper, then remove the veggie mixture to a plate.
3. Return the skillet to medium heat and add another drizzle of olive oil. Whisk together the eggs and shredded cheddar cheese in a bowl. Pour the eggs into the skillet and scramble until cooked through, about 3–5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then remove from heat. Stir in the fresh basil and cilantro.
4. Warm one tortilla at a time in the microwave for 30 seconds.
5. Working quickly, layer the scrambled eggs, veggie mixture, ground turkey, and avocado slices toward one end of the tortilla. Fold the sides in, then roll up tightly.
6. Wrap each finished burrito in tin foil to keep it packed tight.
7. To reheat, place burritos in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes or until warmed through.
8. Serve with sour cream, salsa, and hot sauce as desired.

Coach's Tip

Swapping to lean ground turkey keeps this burrito high in protein while cutting the saturated fat — a smart choice for anyone focused on clean eating and body composition goals.

Make It Even Lighter

Want to cut even more calories? Try these easy swaps:

• Replace 4 of the 8 eggs with egg whites to save ~120 calories
• Use a low-carb or whole wheat tortilla to save 40–60 calories per burrito
• Use reduced-fat cheddar or cut the cheese to 3/4 cup

Nutrition (Estimated per serving)

• Calories: ~490
• Protein: ~40g
• Carbs: ~28g
• Fat: ~24g