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Source: Alison Lewis | Category: Breakfast, Heart-Smart

Breakfast Tacos

Kids will love this hearty, fun dish to start the day. It is high in protein and filled with Mexican flavors.

Breakfast Tacos recipe made with canola oil by Alison Lewis

Ingredients

  • 2 eggs
  • 5 egg whites
  • 2 Tbsp skim milk 30 mL
  • 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper 1 mL
  • 1 can (15 oz/ 426 mL) can low-sodium black beans, rinsed, drained and mashed
  • 1/4 cup salsa 60 mL
  • 1 Tbsp canola oil 15 mL
  • 4 whole wheat flour tortillas, 8-inch (20 cm)
  • 1/4 cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese 60 mL
  • Optional toppings
  • cilantro
  • avocado
  • chopped green onions
  • salsa
  • non-fat Greek yogurt
2 eggs5 egg whites2 Tbsp skim milk1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper1 can (15 oz/) can low-sodium black beans, rinsed, drained and mashed1/4 cup salsa1 Tbsp canola oil4 whole wheat flour tortillas, 8-inch 1/4 cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheesecilantroavocadochopped green onionssalsanon-fat Greek yogurt

Instructions

  • 1. In medium mixing bowl, scramble eggs, egg whites, skim milk and pepper.
  • 2. In medium skillet, heat black beans and salsa over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring well. Set aside and keep warm. In large non-stick skillet, heat canola oil over medium heat. Cook eggs for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally to scramble.
  • 3. Place tortillas on work surface. Divide egg mixture equally in center of each tortilla. Add black bean mixture and cheese evenly over eggs. Add desired toppings and serve immediately.

Yield

4 tacos

serving size

1 taco

nutritional analysis

Per Serving - without extra toppings

Calories390
Total Fat10 g
Saturated Fat1.5 g
Cholesterol105 mg
Carbohydrates49 g
Fiber11 g
Sugars2 g
Protein23 g
Sodium380 mg

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