Cheese and Egg Taquitos
Cheese and Egg Taquitos are a popular Mexican-American breakfast dish, featuring a crispy, rolled tortilla filled with a savory mixture of scrambled eggs and melted cheese. They are typically made with corn or flour tortillas and are often served with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole for dipping.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in both fat and protein due to the cheese and eggs, while also providing a significant amount of carbohydrates from the tortilla. A single taquito can range from 150 to 200 calories, making it a hearty and energy-dense meal.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 28 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 620 mg |
| Calcium | 250 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Potassium | 220 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.8 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Selenium | 15 mcg |
| Cholesterol | 185 mg |
Per 2 taquitos (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Taquitos, meaning 'little tacos,' are a classic example of Mexican-American fusion cuisine, adapting traditional Mexican ingredients into a convenient, handheld form. Nutritionally, the combination of eggs and cheese provides a complete protein source, making it a particularly satisfying start to the day.
