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Air fryer cottage cheese high protein breakfast tacos

High Protein Cottage Cheese Breakfast Tacos

Start your day with these nutritious and delicious High-Protein Cottage Cheese Breakfast Tacos! Packed with protein from cottage cheese and eggs, these breakfast tacos are not only satisfying but also low in fat, making them a perfect option for a healthy start
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American, Mediterranean
Servings 1
Calories 460 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven or Air fryer
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula for shaping

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoon low fat cottage cheese 200g
  • 1 egg white
  • pepper oregano & chilli flakes

Toppings

  • 2 fried eggs
  • 2 tablespoon pesto
  • Handful rocket Arugula
  • chopped chives
  • 2 teaspoon Sriracha
  • 1 Avocado

Instructions
 

  • 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 with a fork until well combined. The mixture should be smooth and evenly mixed.
    3 tablespoon low fat cottage cheese, 1 egg white
  • On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spoon the cottage cheese mixture into two equal circles, spreading them out to form small taco bases. Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and chili flakes.
    pepper
  • Place the baking sheet in the oven or air fryer and bake for 20-35 minutes. Your tacos should look similar to this picture when finished, cooking times will vary depending on which air fryer or oven you use.
  • Halfway through, carefully dab any excess liquid with a paper towel and use a spatula to reshape the taco bases if needed. The tacos should be crispy and golden.
  • While the taco bases are cooling for 10 minutes, prepare your toppings. Cook the eggs to your preferred doneness and chop the chives. Spread a spoonful of pesto over each cooled taco base. Top with the cooked eggs, a handful of rocket, and chopped chives. Finish with a drizzle of sriracha for a spicy kick.
    2 fried eggs, 2 tablespoon pesto, Handful rocket, chopped chives, 2 teaspoon Sriracha
  • Enjoy your high-protein cottage cheese breakfast tacos immediately, while they’re fresh and flavorful. These tacos are a perfect way to start your day, providing a nutritious and delicious meal that’s easy to make and satisfying to eat.

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Notes

Oven times can vary, so keep a close eye on the taco bases during baking. They should be golden and crispy, not overcooked, to ensure the perfect texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 460kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 25g
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