Breakfast Burrito in a Collard Green Wrap | Kevin Wagonfoot
I’ll be honest—I used to think collard greens belonged on a dinner plate, not wrapped around my breakfast. Then I tried it, and now I can’t imagine starting my day any other way. This burrito keeps me full for hours, which is saying something because I’m usually hungry by mid-morning.
The beauty of this thing is that it takes about five minutes to throw together, and you don’t need a culinary degree. Just some eggs, cheese, meat, and a collard leaf that’s willing to bend a little. I’ve made plenty of mistakes along the way, but that’s kind of the point—it’s hard to mess this up.
Why This Works for Low-Carb High-Protein
If you’re watching your carbs and trying to pack in protein, this wrap is doing the heavy lifting for you. You’re getting a substantial dose of protein from the eggs and meat, your collard green gives you fiber and nutrients without the carb load of a tortilla, and the whole thing comes together in a way that actually satisfies you. It’s the kind of breakfast that doesn’t leave you reaching for a snack two hours later.
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Breakfast Burrito in a Collard Green Wrap
Start your day with a flavorful breakfast burrito wrapped in nutritious collard greens. Packed with protein and low in carbs, this healthy option is both satisfying and energizing.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 4 large collard green leaves
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup diced onions
Instructions
- Begin by chopping the onions finely to enhance their flavor. Sauté them in a pan over medium heat until they become translucent, which indicates they’re ready.
- Add the ground turkey to the pan with the onions. Cook until the turkey is browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes, ensuring all the meat is no longer pink.
- While the turkey is cooking, beat the eggs in a bowl. Pour them into the pan once the turkey is done, stirring gently until the eggs are fully scrambled and set.
- Remove the turkey and egg mixture from heat, then stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it melts, creating a flavorful filling for your burrito.
- To assemble, carefully place a generous portion of the filling in the center of each collard green leaf. Roll the leaf tightly around the filling, tucking the ends in like a burrito.
Nutrition per serving
All recipes serve 2. All nutritional info is per serving.
Tips & Variations
- Blanch your collard leaf for just 30 seconds in hot water to make it pliable enough to wrap without tearing. Trust me on this one.
- I like to cook my filling components separately so I can control how crispy everything gets, then assemble it warm.
- If a leaf tears on you, don't panic—just use two overlapping leaves. I do this more often than I'd like to admit.
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