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Southwestern Breakfast Taquitos

Savory Southwestern Breakfast Taquitos for Busy Mornings

Enjoy delicious Southwestern Breakfast Taquitos, filled with eggs, black beans, and cheese – perfect for busy mornings!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 taquitos
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Taquitos
  • 4 pieces Flour Tortillas Substitute with corn tortillas for gluten-free
  • 1 medium Onion Optional
  • 1 medium Red Pepper Can substitute with bell pepper
  • 1 cup Ham Optional for vegetarian option
  • 1 can Black Beans Pinto or kidney beans work well as substitutes
  • 1 cup Chunky Salsa Choose mild or spicy based on heat preference
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Monterey Jack or dairy-free alternatives can be used
  • 4 large Eggs Use an egg substitute for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Oil For sautéing
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • to taste Garlic Powder
For Serving
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Optional topping
  • 1 cup Guacamole Optional topping

Equipment

  • Oven
  • frying pan
  • Baking Sheet
  • Non-stick cooking spray

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lightly spraying it with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a medium frying pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and red pepper; cook for 5-6 minutes.
  3. Stir in black beans and chunky salsa. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Scramble eggs in the same pan until cooked to your liking, then set aside.
  5. Assemble taquitos with the veggie-bean mixture, scrambled eggs, and cheese in a flour tortilla. Roll tightly.
  6. Place the taquitos seam-side down on the baking sheet and lightly spray the tops with cooking spray. Bake for about 8-10 minutes.
  7. Serve immediately with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole. For storing, let cool before flash freezing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1taquitoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These taquitos are perfect for freezing and can be customized with various ingredients based on your preference.

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