This Southwest Vegan Breakfast Burrito is loaded with protein and vegetables and filled with flavor for a healthy, wholesome, and delicious breakfast. Keep them in the freezer for grab-n-go meals all week long. Made in under 30 minutes!
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This post was originally published on 4/5/2017.
I don’t know about you I can be terrible at eating breakfast. There’s just no time in the morning between getting myself and the kids ready for the day. Besides that, I’m rarely hungry when I first wake up.
By the time I do get around to eating, I’m usually so hungry, I end up eating a quick snack that doesn’t fuel me or give my body the nutrients I need.
That’s when I discovered breakfast freezer burritos!
These vegan burritos are easy to throw together – made in under 30 minutes! And one batch makes 6 burritos. That’s 6 quick grab and go breakfasts for nearly every day of the week. They are hearty, filling, filled with protein, and easy to grab on your way out the door. You’ll never go hungry for breakfast again.
Recommended Ingredients & Equipment
The ingredients for this vegan freezer burritos are easy to find and highly adaptable. You should be able to get everything for these burritos at your local grocery store.
Here is everything you need.
Ingredient Notes
- Tortillas– Use your favorite tortilla or wrap of choice.
- Vegan Scrambled Eggs – For my vegan scrambled eggs you will need a white onion, garlic, extra firm tofu, nutritional yeast, lemon, salt, pepper, and black salt (optional). You could also make scrambled eggs using Just Egg or Follow Your Heart Vegan Egg.
- Oil – I recommend coconut, avocado, or olive oil.
- Bell Peppers – I use both red and green but use any combination you like.
- Black Beans – This recipe calls for one (15oz) can of black beans. That is about 1 1/2 cups cooked black beans or 3/4 cup dry.
- Non-Dairy Cheese (optional) – This is entirely optional. Check out my vegan cheese guide for recommendations.
Recommended Equipment
You don’t need much for this recipe. A high quality skillet, a baking sheet, a good chef’s knife, cutting board, and basic kitchen utensils are all you need. (<<affiliate links)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step One – Make the Scrambled “Eggs”
Heat up a small amount of oil in a sauté pan over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onions are translucent and fragrant.
While the onions are cooking, prepare the tofu by draining it first and then crumbling it between your fingers. Once you have a scrambled egg-like consistency, add the nutritional yeast, lemon juice, and spices. Mix them together until the flavors are well blended into the tofu.
Add the crumbled tofu to the onion/garlic mixture and sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the tofu has cooked all the way through and any excess water has cooked out. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Pro Tip: I recommend using a firm or extra firm tofu for these scrambled eggs; you need tofu that will keep its structure when crumbles. Avoid silken tofu and look for tofu that is water-packed (found in the refrigerated section of your local grocery store).
Step Two – Sauté the Veggies
In the same skillet, sauté onions for 5 minutes. Add garlic and red and green peppers, and continue cooking for another 5-7 minutes until peppers are tender. Add green chiles, cumin, black beans, and lime juice.
Cook for about 3 more minutes. Stir in the vegan scrambled eggs and remove from heat. Taste and adjust seasonings.
Step Three – Assemble and Bake
Evenly divide the filling between 4-6 wraps. This will depend on the size of wrap you use. Sprinkle with non-dairy cheese. Fold in the sides and tightly roll the burrito. Place on a baking sheet, seam side down, and bake for 20 minutes.
Bake until the tortilla is slightly crispy and the cheese has melted.
Serving and Storing
Serving – These burritos can be eaten immediately with homemade salsa and avocado slices.
Storing – Freeze these burritos for easy grab and go breakfasts! To freeze, let cool completely then wrap in tin foil and freeze. When ready to eat, simply microwave for 5 minutes or bake at 400F for about 40 minutes, until cooked all the way through.
Tips and Tricks
- Use firm tofu for the scrambled eggs; you need tofu that will keep its structure when crumbled but is not so firm that it doesn’t have an egg-like consistency.
- This recipe will make 4-6 burritos depending on the size of your wraps. Fill your wraps just full enough so you can comfortably and securely wrap them tightly.
- There are a variety of vegan cheese shreds that I recommend. Check out my vegan cheese guide for more information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! These are excellent freezer burritos for a quick grab and go breakfasts. To freeze, let cool completely then wrap in tin foil and freeze for up to 4 months.
Yes, if you don’t like tofu, you can use mashed chickpeas or pick up some vegan scrambled eggs. I recommend trying Just Egg or Follow Your Heart Vegan Egg.
No. However, if you want to add spice, you can add 1/2 diced jalapeño. Cook it along with the garlic before adding the bell peppers.
More Savory Breakfast Recipes
- Caramelized Onion and Shiitake Mushroom Quiche
- Greek Tofu Scramble
- Vegan “Lox” Bagel Sandwich
- Tofu Eggs Benedict
- Vegan Huevos Rancheros
Southwest Vegan Breakfast Burrito
Ingredients
- 6 Tortillas or wraps
- 2 batches Vegan Scrambled Eggs
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1/2 red onion diced
- 2-3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 red pepper diced
- 1/2 green pepper diced
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 cup salsa, store bought or homemade
- 1/4 cup green chilies
- 1 (14 oz) can black beans
- juice of 1 lime
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup non-dairy cheese optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Begin by making the vegan scrambled eggs. Once done, transfer to a bowl and set aside.
- In the same skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of coconut oil. Add onions and sauté for 5 minutes, until tender and fragrant. Add garlic and red and green peppers, and continue cooking for another 5-7 minutes until peppers are tender. Add green chiles, cumin, black beans, and lime juice. Cook for about 3 more minutes. Stir in vegan scrambled eggs and remove from heat.
- Evenly divide the filling between the 6 wraps. Sprinkle with non-dairy cheese and roll up. Place on a baking sheet, seam side down, and bake for 20 minutes.
Notes
- Use a firm tofu for the scrambled eggs; you need tofu that will keep its structure when crumbles but is not so firm that it doesn’t have an egg like consistency.
- This recipe will make 4-6 burritos depending on the size of your wraps. Fill your wraps just full enough so you can comfortably and securely wrap them tight.
- There are a variety of vegan cheese shreds that I recommend. Check out my vegan cheese guide for more information.
Hi, I’m Sarah. I’m a 14-year (and counting) vegan, professionally trained photographer, former pastry chef, founder of My Darling Vegan, and author of the
SUNNIE Y WILSON says
Hello Sarah, I gave this recipe a high rating even though I have not tried it yet. The reason being is that breakfast is the most difficult meal for me and has been all of my life; mainly because I have always hated breakfast foods. I feel that this recipe will make a significant difference for me. Thank you! I will keep you posted.
Barbara Castanzo says
I don’t know what you mean by 2 batches of vegan eggs. I have Just Egg, but how much do I use for this recipe?
Roo says
I use one full bottle or carton of Just Egg for 6 and if there is some left over after I cook the Just Egg, I eat it as a scramble. So good, so convenient!
Leslie says
I make a bunch of these on Sunday and eat them all week. Thank you! So good
Renee says
Let me correct my typo LOL that’s awesome that I can use hummus! I’m in my kitchen right now whipping up a dozen of these… Yum!
Renee says
I am so excited to make these!!!! Do you think if I used hummus (instead of cheese) it will be ok when freezing?
Sarah says
Yeah, that should be fine.
Renee says
Awesome!! I’m am in my right now whipping up a dozen of these ?!!!
Lisa says
These look great! How do you recommend reheating them after they are frozen?
Sarah says
Either in the microwave or in the oven. To reheat them in the oven, cover them in tin foil and bake at 350 for about 35 minutes.
colleen says
How do you recommend reheating in the microwave?
Sarah says
Depends on your microwave strength, but I would imagine it would take 2 minutes or so.
Melissa | Vegan Huggs says
Oh my, that is really early! I wish to be a morning person someday. I do like the stillness and cool air, but I always feel so tired that early. I’m kind of a night owl though. These burritos sound scrumptious! Perfect for on-the-go mornings 🙂
Christina says
As far as I’m concerned anything before 5am is not actually morning. Fully the middle of the night as far as I’m concerned. But I would eat these anytime of day! We often do breakfast for dinner and these wraps would be a huge win with my family. Thanks for the yummy recipe and wrap recommendation.
Sarah says
Ha! You’re probably right. I just got used to waking up so early for many years that now I consider 6:00 am sleeping in!