Breakfast burrito filling

Breakfast burrito filling is a savory mixture typically featuring scrambled eggs, seasoned ground meat (like chorizo or sausage), potatoes, beans, cheese, and vegetables such as peppers and onions. It's a staple of Tex-Mex and Southwestern American cuisine, designed to be wrapped in a warm flour tortilla for a hearty, portable morning meal.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This filling is generally high in protein from the eggs and meat, and can be high in fat depending on the ingredients used, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates from potatoes and beans. A typical serving (about 1 cup) provides a good source of iron, B vitamins, and fiber, and can range from 300 to 500 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	18 g
Carbs	25 g
Fat	20 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	750 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Calcium	150 mg
Iron	3 mg
Vitamin A	120 mcg
Vitamin B12	1.2 mcg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Magnesium	45 mg

Per 1 cup (225 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents a delicious fusion of Mexican ingredients with American breakfast traditions, becoming a popular grab-and-go meal. Nutritionally, its combination of protein, fats, and carbs makes it very satiating, providing sustained energy for the morning.