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High protein cottage cheese breakfast tacos served on a plate

High Protein Cottage Cheese Breakfast Tacos

Delicious and protein-packed breakfast tacos made with cottage cheese and eggs, ideal for a quick and nutritious start to your day.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup cottage cheese Full-fat for creamier texture.
  • 4 pieces eggs Can be substituted with tofu for a vegan option.
  • 2 pieces taco shells or tortillas Use corn tortillas for gluten-free option.
Toppings
  • 1 cup fresh greens (spinach, arugula, etc.) Any preferred leafy greens.
  • to taste salsa Swap out for tomatillo salsa for more spice.
  • to taste hot sauce Adjust to your heat preference.
  • to taste salt and pepper Season according to preference.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine the cottage cheese and eggs. Season with salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and scramble the egg and cottage cheese mixture until cooked through.
  2. Warm the taco shells or tortillas.
Assembly
  1. Fill each taco shell with the cottage cheese and egg mixture.
  2. Top with fresh greens, salsa, and hot sauce as desired.
  3. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

These breakfast tacos are perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. To reheat, microwave for a minute or two. Experiment with different toppings and variations to suit your taste.
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