Low Fat Sausage Burrito

Start your day with a flavorful and nutritious twist on a breakfast favorite with this Low Fat Sausage Burrito recipe! Featuring lean turkey sausage, fluffy egg whites, and a vibrant mix of red and green bell peppers, this dish is packed with protein and veggies while staying light on fat. Wrapped in hearty whole wheat tortillas and topped with shredded low-fat cheddar and zesty salsa, these burritos make the perfect grab-and-go meal. With just 15 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cook time, this quick and wholesome recipe is ideal for busy mornings or a satisfying brunch. Garnished with fresh cilantro for a burst of flavor, these low-fat burritos give you all the taste of a classic sausage burrito while keeping health in mind.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 oz low fat turkey sausage
• 4 large egg whites
• 1 medium, chopped red bell pepper
• 1 medium, chopped green bell pepper
• 0.5 medium, chopped onion
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 0.5 cup, shredded low fat cheddar cheese
• 4 large whole wheat tortillas
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
• 0.5 cup salsa

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add chopped onion, red and green bell peppers, and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes or until they are tender.

Step 3

Add the low fat turkey sausage to the skillet. Cook for another 6-8 minutes, breaking the sausage into small pieces with a spatula, until fully cooked through.

Step 4

Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the egg whites, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Lower the heat to medium, push the sausage and vegetable mixture to one side of the skillet, and pour the egg whites into the other side to scramble them. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally until they are fully cooked.

Step 6

Mix the scrambled egg whites into the sausage and vegetable mixture. Stir until combined.

Step 7

Warm the whole wheat tortillas in the microwave or on a dry skillet for about 30 seconds each.

Step 8

Divide the sausage mixture evenly among the four tortillas. Top each with a sprinkle of the shredded low fat cheddar cheese and a spoonful of salsa.

Step 9

Roll up each tortilla tightly, folding in the sides as you go to secure the filling.

Step 10

Serve immediately, garnish with fresh chopped cilantro, and enjoy your low fat sausage burritos.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1192.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1613.7

Total Fat 53.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g
Cholesterol 201.9mg	0%
Sodium 5980.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 141.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.4g	0%
Total Sugars 21.9g
Protein 126.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1160.1mg	0%
Iron 11.0mg	0%
Potassium 2492.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.1%

Protein: 32.5%

Carbs: 36.3%