Keto Breakfast Burrito

A keto breakfast burrito is a flavorful and satisfying morning meal wrapped in a low-carb tortilla or lettuce leaves, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet. Here's a basic recipe for making a keto breakfast burrito:

Ingredients:

For the Filling:

• 2 large eggs

• 1/4 cup diced bell peppers (choose low-carb vegetables)

• 1/4 cup diced onions (optional, in moderation)

• 1/4 cup diced tomatoes (use sparingly due to their carb content)

• 2-3 slices of cooked bacon or sausage links, chopped (choose sugar-free and nitrate-free options)

• 1/4 cup shredded cheese (choose keto-friendly varieties like cheddar, mozzarella, or pepper jack)

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Chopped fresh herbs (e.g., chives or cilantro, optional)

For Wrapping:

• Low-carb tortilla (look for options made with almond flour, coconut flour, or flaxseed meal) or large lettuce leaves (such as Romaine or iceberg)

Optional Toppings:

• Salsa (check the label for sugar content)

• Avocado slices or guacamole

• Sour cream or Greek yogurt (full-fat)

Instructions:

• Cook the Filling: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add a little oil or butter if needed. Sauté the diced bell peppers (and onions if using) until they start to soften. Add the chopped bacon or sausage and continue to cook until they're heated through.

• Scramble the Eggs: Push the cooked ingredients to one side of the skillet and crack the eggs into the other side. Scramble them gently until they're mostly set but still slightly runny. Then, mix everything together in the skillet and cook until the eggs are fully cooked.

• Add Tomatoes and Cheese: Stir in the diced tomatoes (if using) and shredded cheese. Let them melt and combine with the other ingredients. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. If you're using fresh herbs, sprinkle them over the mixture and stir.

• Prepare the Tortilla or Lettuce Leaves: Warm the low-carb tortilla according to the package instructions. If you're using lettuce leaves, wash and dry them.

• Assemble the Burrito: Spoon the cooked filling onto the tortilla or lettuce leaves. If you want to add salsa, avocado slices, or sour cream, do so now.

• Roll the Burrito: Carefully fold in the sides of the tortilla (or lettuce leaves) and then roll it up from the bottom to create a burrito shape. You can wrap it in parchment paper or foil to make it easier to handle.

• Serve: Place your keto breakfast burrito on a plate, seam-side down, and enjoy!

Keto breakfast burritos are highly customizable, so feel free to add or omit ingredients to suit your taste and dietary preferences. They provide a satisfying and protein-rich start to your day while keeping your carbohydrate intake low for a ketogenic diet.