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Most of my breakfast recipes lean sweet — cottage cheese, oats, protein powder — but some mornings I want something savory instead. This bowl became my answer to that.
It’s basically a deconstructed breakfast burrito: scrambled eggs, black beans, a little cheese, and whatever toppings I have on hand, all in a bowl instead of wrapped in a tortilla. No tortilla means fewer refined carbs taking up room I’d rather use for protein and fiber, and it comes together in about the time it takes to make coffee.
I started making this one specifically because my breakfast rotation was getting cottage-cheese-heavy, and I wanted an egg-based option that still hit my protein goals without feeling like the same smoothie or oats bowl every morning.
Why This Easy Meal Prep Recipe Works
This bowl has earned a regular spot in my breakfast rotation because it’s:
- High in protein from both the eggs and black beans
- High in fiber, thanks to the black beans — genuinely helpful for GLP-1-related constipation
- Ready in under 15 minutes, even on rushed mornings
- Easy to scale down if your appetite is low — just eat a smaller portion
- A savory option when you’re tired of sweet breakfasts
Quick Tip:
I keep a container of rinsed, drained black beans in the fridge at all times so this comes together as fast as scrambling eggs alone. If I’m meal-prepping, I’ll pre-cook a batch of black beans with a little cumin and garlic powder so they’re already seasoned and ready to go.
If You’re Dealing with GI Issues on GLP-1…
Eggs are one of the most recommended proteins for GLP-1 users because they’re gentle and easy to digest, but a breakfast of eggs alone doesn’t do much for the fiber side of things — and fiber is what actually helps with the constipation and bloating so many people quietly deal with on these medications.
This bowl is one of the simplest ways I’ve found to fix that without adding a separate fiber supplement or a whole new meal. If you want more ways to build fiber into meals you’ll actually want to eat again, I go into more of that in my guide to plant-based eating on GLP-1 medications.
Egg & Black Bean Breakfast Burrito Bowl Recipe
Scrambled eggs and black beans with a little cheese and your favorite toppings, ready in about 15 minutes. A savory, high-protein, high-fiber way to start the day.
Estimated Nutrition (Per Serving, makes 2 servings):
Calories: ~340 | Protein: 24–26g | Fiber: 9–11g | Carbs: 20g | Fat: 16g
(Varies depending on cheese and toppings used.)
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican-blend cheese
- 1/4 cup diced tomato
- 2 tbsp diced red onion
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp olive oil or butter, for the pan
Wondering why I add black beans when I already have eggs?
Eggs alone are a great protein source, but they don’t bring much fiber to the table. Black beans fix that in one step — they’re one of the easiest ways to add real fiber to a breakfast without changing the whole meal into something like oatmeal or a smoothie.
Optional Add-Ins
- Sliced avocado
- A dollop of plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- Hot sauce or salsa
- A sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning
Instructions
Step 1: Warm the Black Beans
In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, warm the black beans with a pinch of salt and pepper until heated through.
Step 2: Scramble the Eggs
In a nonstick skillet, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat. Whisk the eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper, then scramble until just set.
Step 3: Assemble the Bowl
Divide the eggs and black beans between two bowls. Top with cheese, diced tomato, red onion, and cilantro.
Step 4: Add Your Toppings
Add avocado, hot sauce, or any other toppings you like, and serve right away.
Optional Protein Boost
Want to push this past 30g of protein? Add an extra egg, stir in some cooked ground turkey, or top with a spoonful of Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
A Few Easy Tweaks to Your Breakfast Burrito Bowl:
- Swap black beans for pinto beans if that’s what you have on hand
- Make it dairy-free by skipping the cheese and adding extra avocado
- Turn it into a full burrito by wrapping it in a low-carb tortilla instead of eating it as a bowl
- Meal-prep the beans and toppings ahead, then scramble fresh eggs each morning
Hope this becomes your new favorite savory breakfast, too.
Other High Protein Breakfast Recipes You’ll Love:
- Banana Oatmeal Protein Squares | Easy Breakfast (30g Protein)
- 12 High Protein Breakfast Ideas
- Salmon Quinoa Bowl with Chickpeas
- Cottage Cheese and Berry Protein Bowl for Breakfast
- 15 Unexpected Ways to Add Extra Protein to Vegetarian Meals
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