High Protein Cottage Cheese Breakfast Tacos
Start your day with a nutritious boost from these high protein breakfast tacos that are easy to make and fully customizable.
Ingredients
For the Taco Bases
- 3 tbsp low fat cottage cheese (200g)
- 1 pcs egg white
- Pepper (oregano & chili flakes)
For the Toppings
- 2 pcs fried eggs Cooked to your preferred doneness
- 2 tbsp pesto
- 1 handful rocket (arugula)
- to taste chopped chives
- 2 tsp Sriracha For a spicy kick
- 1 pcs avocado Optional topping
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven or air fryer to 400°F (about 200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the low-fat cottage cheese and egg white until well combined.
- On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spoon the cottage cheese mixture into two equal circles to form taco bases.
- Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and chili flakes.
Baking
- Bake in the oven or air fryer for 20-35 minutes until crispy and golden.
- Halfway through, dab any excess liquid with a paper towel and reshape the taco bases if needed.
Assembly
- Once taco bases are cool for 10 minutes, prepare your toppings by cooking the eggs and chopping the chives.
- Spread a spoonful of pesto over each taco base.
- Top with cooked eggs, rocket, and chives. Finish with a drizzle of Sriracha.
Notes
Serve warm and enjoy immediately. Pair with fresh fruit or a smoothie for a complete breakfast. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheat as needed.