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the final dish of my high protein loaded breakfast quesadillas

High Protein Loaded Breakfast Quesadillas

Tami Smith
If you’re serious about breakfast, then I’ve got just the recipe for you! My High Protein Loaded Breakfast Quesadillas are overflowing with delicious breakfast basics and with a classic Mexican flair. Plus, you can feel great about enjoying this recipe because it’ll kickstart your day with 32g of protein.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 388 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Nonstick skillet
  • 1 Spatula
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 Griddle or large skillet
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Knife

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp yellow onion, diced
  • 1 tbsp green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 tbsp red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup egg whites
  • ½ cup turkey sausage crumbles
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 Mission Carb Balance Tortillas
  • 2 tbsp salsa
  • ½ cup reduced-fat Mexican blend cheese

Instructions
 

  • Spray a nonstick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium heat.
  • Add onion and peppers and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
  • Whisk eggs and egg whites together then pour into the pan and gently stir to scramble. Add the turkey sausage to the pan to heat.
  • Season with salt and pepper then remove from heat.
  • Place 2 tortillas on a griddle over medium heat and divide egg mixture evenly between them, ensuring to keep the egg mixture on one side of the tortilla.
  • Top each tortilla with half the salsa, shredded cheese and then fold it over onto itself, gently pressing it down with a spatula.
  • Cook, flipping halfway through, until each side of the quesadilla is golden brown and cheese is melted.
  • Remove from the pan and serve with desired dips. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 388kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 32gFat: 20g
Keyword High Protein Loaded Breakfast Quesadillas
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