Heart Healthy Tofu Breakfast Burrito Recipe
Try these vegan burritos for an egg-free, high-protein breakfast with savory black beans and a fiery spice blend. Minced jalapeño and and fresh cilantro help to kick up the flavor even more.
Ingredients
Recipe yields 6 servings
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 small red onion, chopped
1/4 tsp paprika
1 tsp chile powder
1/8 tsp salt
Black pepper to taste
3 garlic cloves, minced
12 extra-firm tofu, crumbled
2 cups black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp hot sauce (optional)
1 tomato, chopped
1 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, plus additional for garnish
1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tsp liquid aminos
1/2 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
6 whole wheat tortillas (4-inch diameter)
1 avocado, pitted, peeled and diced
Directions
Step 1
In a medium skillet, heat the oil over medium heat until hot. Add the red onion and season with paprika, chili powder, the salt and black pepper to taste. Cook for 4 minutes, or until the onion is softened. Add 2 of the minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute. Add the tofu, 1 cup of the black beans, cumin, hot sauce, if using, and black pepper to taste. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes.
Step 2
In a small bowl, combine the tomato, 1 Tbsp of the cilantro, lime juice, liquid aminos, jalapeño pepper and remaining 1 minced garlic clove.
Step 3
Lay the tortillas on a flat surface and evenly fill with the tofu mixture, tomato mixture, remaining 1 cup black beans and avocado. Roll up tortillas and top with additional cilantro for garnish.
Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 230
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Dietary Review:
Jane Schwartz, RDN, CLT
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Nutrition facts
Serving Size: 1 burrito
Per serving:
calories:230
total fat:11g
sat fat:1g
cholesterol:0mg
sodium:242mg
total carb:22g
fibers:5g
proteins:10g
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