Base for a breakfast burrito or taco

Base for a breakfast burrito or taco recipe videos

A breakfast burrito or taco base is a versatile foundation, typically consisting of a warm tortilla (flour or corn) or a soft scrambled egg mixture, designed to be filled with savory ingredients. It originates from Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine, serving as the starting point for a customizable and hearty morning meal.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This base is generally balanced, providing a good mix of carbohydrates from the tortilla or eggs, protein from the eggs, and fat from cooking oils or cheese. A typical serving offers around 200-300 calories, along with key nutrients like B vitamins, selenium, and choline from the eggs.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	280 kcal
Protein	16 g
Carbs	22 g
Fat	14 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	450 mg
Choline	147 mg
Selenium	30 mcg
Vitamin B12	1.1 mcg
Vitamin D	2.2 mcg
Phosphorus	200 mg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.5 mg
Folate	60 mcg
Potassium	210 mg

Per 1 large flour tortilla (64 g) with 2 scrambled eggs (100 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this base represents the fusion of traditional Mexican ingredients with American breakfast preferences, creating a beloved staple in Tex-Mex. Nutritionally, eggs are a complete protein source, making this a satisfying and energy-sustaining start to the day.