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Cottage Cheese Breakfast Tacos

Delicious Cottage Cheese Breakfast Tacos for Busy Mornings

Try these Cottage Cheese Breakfast Tacos for a quick, protein-packed breakfast any busy morning!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 tacos
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tacos
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Substitute with ricotta for a smoother texture.
  • 4 pieces Flour Tortillas Corn tortillas can be used for a gluten-free option.
  • 2 large Eggs Scrambled tofu works for a vegan substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can be replaced with butter for a richer flavor.
For the Toppings
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Sea salt or Himalayan salt are alternatives.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked pepper is recommended.
  • 1 cup Diced Tomatoes Substitute with salsa for extra zest.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Parsley can be used for a different herbaceous note.
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Try Monterey Jack or feta as alternatives.
  • 1/4 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt serves as a healthy substitute.
  • 1 medium Avocado Guacamole can be used for added flavor.

Equipment

  • Nonstick skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes until hot. Add olive oil and let it warm for 30 seconds until shimmering.
  2. Crack eggs into a bowl and lightly beat. Pour eggs into the skillet, cooking for about 3-4 minutes until fluffy. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. In the same skillet, lower the heat and add flour tortillas, warming each side for about 30 seconds.
  4. Spoon scrambled eggs onto each warm tortilla. Add a layer of cottage cheese on top.
  5. Top with diced tomatoes, fresh cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, slices of avocado, and a dollop of sour cream.
  6. Serve immediately while warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Assemble tacos right before serving to keep tortillas soft. Feel free to mix and match toppings for personalization.

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