High Protein Cottage Cheese Breakfast Tacos
Overall rating: 10/10
These were sooo delicious and perfect for getting a high protein breakfast or to eat at anytime of the day!
Ingredients
tortilla 🌮
- 3-4 tbsp cottage cheese
- 1 egg white
- crushed red pepper
- oregano
- your choice of seasonings
taco interior 🥑
- 2 eggs (your style)
- any choice of protein
- siracha sauce
Directions 🧭
1.) preheat oven or air fryer to 400 degrees. mix cottage cheese and egg white. add seasonings to mixture
2.) on baking sheet lined with parchment paper spoon the cottage cheese mixture into equal circles, spreading them out to form small taco bases. optional to add more seasonings
3.) bake for 20-35 minutes. they should look a bit more golden than in photos
4.) while the taco bases are cook 2 eggs in your preferred style
5.) add your personalized toppings! i added avocado, feel free to add more protein!
6.) drizzle some siracha sauce!
Okay, so I've been seeing these cottage cheese tacos everywhere, and I have to admit, I was curious but a little hesitant at first. Cottage cheese in a taco? But let me tell you, these high protein cottage cheese tacos are a total game-changer for breakfast! If you're anything like me and always looking for delicious low carb breakfast foods that actually fill you up, you HAVE to give this a try. First off, the base for these cottage cheese breakfast tacos is brilliant. It's essentially a cottage cheese and egg white mixture, seasoned and baked until it forms a sturdy, slightly crispy shell. One tip I learned from trial and error: don't skimp on spreading them out evenly on the parchment paper-lined baking sheet. This helps them cook through to that perfect golden-brown crispiness. The OCR mentioned seeing black pepper and red pepper flakes in the mix, and I totally agree – a little seasoning goes a long way to enhance the flavor of the base itself. You can throw them in the oven or even an air fryer if you're in a hurry; both work wonderfully to get those shells firm and ready for filling. Now, for the best part: the fillings! The original recipe suggests 2 eggs (your style) and any choice of protein, which is fantastic for customization. I usually scramble my eggs quickly while the bases are baking. For protein, sometimes I'll use leftover shredded chicken, some turkey bacon bits, or even just add an extra egg for an even bigger protein boost. The avocado slices and a generous drizzle of Sriracha (just like the OCR showed in the finished product!) are non-negotiable for me – they add creaminess and that perfect kick. But don't stop there! I often add a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, a dollop of Greek yogurt (for extra protein and a cooling effect), or some fresh salsa. You could even do a sprinkle of shredded cheese right after taking the shells out of the oven so it melts perfectly. These cottage cheese egg tacos are not only incredibly satisfying and packed with protein, but they're also super versatile. They’re perfect for a quick weekday breakfast taco or even a light lunch. I often make a batch of the cottage cheese shells on Sunday, store them in an airtight container, and then just heat them up and add fresh fillings throughout the week. It makes breakfast prep so much easier, and I know I'm starting my day with something healthy and delicious. Trust me, once you try these, you'll be hooked on this creative and tasty way to enjoy cottage cheese!
