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Breakfast Burrito with Avocado-Black Bean Salsa

Have a big day ahead? This burrito with give you the energy you need to get through!

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 ⁄2 small red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 ⁄2 red pepper thinly sliced
  • 2 egg whites beaten
  • 1 ⁄4 cup zucchini diced
  • 1 ⁄4 cup shredded cooked chicken breast
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 ⁄4 cup low-fat cheddar cheese
  • 2 low-carb whole-grain tortillas
  • Salsa:
  • 1 ⁄2 avocado diced
  • 1 ⁄4 cup low-sodium canned black beans drained
  • 1 ripe tomato diced
  • 1 tbsp cilantro chopped
  • 1 tbsp lime juice

Instructions

  • In olive oil, sauté onion and pepper over medium heat for 5 minutes, or until soft.
  • Add in egg whites, zucchini, chicken, and salt and pepper; stir until scrambled. Fold in cheese.
  • Heat tortillas in microwave for 20 seconds to soften.
  • Place egg mixture inside each tortilla; fold.
  • Add all salsa ingredients in bowl. Mix together. Taste and season with salt, pepper, and more lime juice if you prefer.

Notes

Per serving: Calories: 395; fat: 23g; saturated fat: 4g; carbs: 20g; fiber: 11g; protein: 17g
Dietary fact: In addition to their own healthy profile, avocados help you better absorb nutrients from other foods