Sweet Potato Breakfast Burritos Recipe

Name: Sweet Potato Breakfast Burritos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 small sweet potato, peeled and diced; 1 small yellow onion, chopped; ¾ cup bell pepper, chopped; 2 cups packed Baby Spinach, roughly chopped; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 2 large eggs, beaten; 2 large egg whites, beaten; 4 whole wheat tortillas; 1 ounce shredded cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

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In a medium skillet on medium, heat oil.
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Add potato, onion and bell peppers, and saute for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender and onions are translucent.
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Add spinach and chile powder; saute for 2 minutes more.
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Increase heat to medium high.
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Add eggs and egg whites.
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Cook for 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until eggs are cooked through.
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Turn off heat and let cool for about 10 minutes.
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Tear off 4 16-inch rectangles of foil and lay 1 tortilla on top of each.
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Divide egg mixture evenly into the center of each tortilla.
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Sprinkle evenly with cheese.
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To wrap, fold edges in, then roll forward tightly.
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Wrap burrito tightly in foil.
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(NOTE: Alternatively, line with parchment paper and then wrap in foil.
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).
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Place wrapped burritos in a large zip- top freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months.
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To serve, preheat oven to 400F.
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Place a burrito, still wrapped, on a baking sheet and bake for 35 minutes.
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Use tongs to transfer wrapped burrito to a paper bag and take on the go.
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(NOTE: Baked burritos will stay warm for 15 to 20 minutes; they can be eaten on the go or when you get to work.
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If reheating in the microwave, make sure to remove foil first.
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230

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1 small sweet potato, peeled and diced, 1 small yellow onion, chopped, ¾ cup bell pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Sweet Potato Breakfast Burritos falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sweet Potato Breakfast Burritos

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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