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Vegan Breakfast Burrito (Loaded, 25 Minutes)

Filling, portable, and genuinely satisfying — this vegan breakfast burrito packs tofu scramble, black beans, crispy roasted potato, and creamy avocado into a warm flour tortilla. It’s the kind of breakfast that keeps you full until midday. The components can be prepped ahead and assembled in minutes; the whole thing also freezes and reheats well for weekday mornings.

Ingredients (Makes 2)

Tofu scramble:

  • ½ block (7 oz / 200 g) firm tofu, pressed and crumbled
  • 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
  • ¼ teaspoon turmeric
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon black salt (kala namak) or regular salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Roasted potato:

  • 1 medium potato, diced into ½-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper

Assembly:

  • 2 large flour tortillas (10 inch / 25 cm)
  • ½ cup (85 g) canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced or mashed
  • 2 tablespoons salsa
  • Fresh cilantro (optional)
  • Hot sauce (optional)

Method

  1. Roast the potato. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss diced potato with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread on a lined baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
  2. Make the tofu scramble. While the potato roasts, press and crumble the tofu. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu and crumble into the pan. Sprinkle with nutritional yeast, turmeric, garlic powder, and black salt. Cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned. Set aside.
  3. Warm the beans. Drain and rinse the black beans. Heat in the same skillet for 2 minutes or microwave for 1 minute. Season with a pinch of cumin and salt.
  4. Warm the tortillas. Heat tortillas one at a time directly over a gas burner for 20–30 seconds per side, or in a dry skillet, until warm and pliable with a few char spots.
  5. Assemble. Lay each tortilla on a flat surface. Layer in the center: beans, tofu scramble, roasted potato, avocado, salsa, and cilantro.
  6. Wrap. Fold the sides of the tortilla in, then roll from the bottom up, tucking everything in. Wrap tightly in foil or serve immediately.

Tips for a Better Vegan Burrito

Don’t overfill. The most common burrito mistake — too much filling makes it impossible to roll. Leave a 2-inch border on all sides.

Warm the tortilla. Cold tortillas crack when rolled. A warm tortilla folds without tearing.

Season every component. The scramble, beans, and potato should each taste good on their own. Under-seasoned components make a flat burrito.

Mashed avocado holds better. Sliced avocado slides around. Mashed avocado with a pinch of salt and lime juice holds in place and distributes more evenly.

Meal Prep

The tofu scramble, roasted potato, and black beans can all be made in advance and refrigerated for up to 4 days. In the morning, assemble and warm through in a skillet or microwave. The assembled burritos (minus avocado) can be wrapped in foil and frozen for up to 1 month. To reheat: unwrap foil, wrap in damp paper towel, microwave for 2–3 minutes.

Variations

Southwestern: Add ¼ cup of corn kernels and a tablespoon of pickled jalapeños to the assembly.

Smoky chipotle: Season the tofu scramble with ¼ teaspoon chipotle powder or a teaspoon of chipotle sauce.

Higher protein: Add ¼ cup of cooked quinoa alongside the black beans.

FAQ

Can I make these the night before? Assemble burritos (without avocado), wrap tightly in foil, and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, heat in a skillet over medium heat for 3–4 minutes per side, or unwrap and microwave. Add fresh avocado after heating.

What size tortilla works best? A 10-inch flour tortilla fits all the fillings without being difficult to roll. Smaller tortillas mean less filling — bigger works if you want a generously stuffed burrito.

For another protein-packed vegan breakfast, see the vegan tofu scramble. Browse all vegan breakfast recipes at the breakfast hub.