A cheesy kabocha breakfast burrito is a flavorful and filling breakfast handheld that features everyone's favorite winter squash. Ultimate comfort food that works any time of day!
recipe originally published November 2, 2015
The weather has turned cozy and everyone's favorite winter squash is back on the menu.
Okay, it may not be everyone's favorite - but it is definitely mine. Sweeter than pumpkin, and small enough that I may enjoy one in a day. Yep, I just admitted that.
...and while I have not been sick in more than two years, I will gladly enjoy kabocha for the beta carotene (vitamin A!), vitamins C and B, iron and fiber.
Hmm. Maybe I have kabocha to thank for not being sick? *Knock, knock*...
Kabocha is the perfect mildly sweet pairing for my savory scramble - whether you want to roll it all up in a burrito or not. You could even grab another bell pepper and fill that.
I am not really a meal planner or bulk cooker - just not my thing, really - but since Jason is not a fan of the squash, these tasty burritos were my breakfast and lunch a couple times last week. I wrapped them individually in foil and kept them in the fridge. A quick warming in the oven, a comfort food handheld is ready for breakfast or lunch on a cold day.
Perfect.
Don't like breakfast burritos? (how can that be?!) Enjoy this as a simple kabocha scramble! Cheese is highly recommended, however...
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Cheesy Kabocha Breakfast Burrito
A flavorful and filling breakfast handheld that features everyone's favorite winter squash. Ultimate comfort food that works any time of day!
Ingredients
- ½ kabocha squash*, scrubbed
- 1 tablespoon dairy free butter
- 1 small red bell pepper, cleaned, cored and cubed
- ½ pint crimini mushrooms, washed and sliced
- 1 (14 ounce) container extra firm tofu
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- ½ teaspoon
- Kala Namak
- / black salt
- 4 gluten free tortillas
- 4 slices
- vegan American cheese
- , sliced in half
- *I roasted the whole kabocha – saving the other half for
- caramelized onion kabocha sandwiches
- and
- buffalo celery ranch fries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 °F. Line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Cut squash in half at stem. Remove stem, seeds and innards, bottom core. Cut each half into half again, and positioning each segment on one flat side, carefully slice into thin uniform slices (¼ inch or so). Slice each of these wedges into cubes. Arrange in a single layer on prepared baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper. Bake at 350 °F for 25-30 minutes.
- Once kabocha is roasted - in large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add bell pepper cubes and mushrooms, sauté for several minutes. Add tofu, crumbing with hands as it goes into skillet. Before stirring, add turmeric and Kala Namak. Stir to combine with mushrooms, breaking up tofu into bite size pieces.
- Assemble burrito: in dry skillet over low heat (or in microwave), warm each tortilla before filling. Spoon one fourth scramble down middle of tortilla, topping with one slice of American cheese (sliced in half, each half covering whole length of scramble). Top the cheese with roasted kabocha cubes, fold short ends and roll tightly. Repeat with remaining three tortillas.
Notes
dairy, egg, and gluten free, vegan recipe
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 517Total Fat: 11gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 339mgCarbohydrates: 31gFiber: 11gSugar: 7gProtein: 18g
nutrition calculations results vary by calculator, are for informational purposes only, and are not intended to replace medical advice or treatment.
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Becky Striepe says
Oh yum! And I am so with you - kabocha is the best winter squash around.
heather @french press says
so, I have never had kabocha squash, but is sure looks delicious in this burrito - now I need to go track one down so I can taste it for myself
Kiano says
I have seen these loads of times at the grocer, just never took the time to figure out what it was. Can't wait to give it a try
Adriana Martin says
I absolutely love kabocha squash perfect for grilling and this idea of the taco or burrito looks so good =)
Alisa @ Go Dairy Free says
You know, I've never had a breakfast burrito - they always have dairy and I've not thought to make one. Perhaps I need to start with this amazing creation!
cristina says
I'm ashamed to admit, but I've never tasted a kabocha squash! It's on my list for sure this season - and I luv this healthful breakfast burrito - my kinda eats. Thanks for the inspiration to try this squash. 🙂
Kristina Sloggett says
no shame in the lack of kabocha game, Cristina! you WILL wonder what you've been doing all this time without them, ha! they really are so good... enjoy!
Kim - Liv Life says
Oh! Oh!!! I'm excited about this one!!! I tried kabocha last year and was totally hooked. Haven't seen it in the store here yet, but I really haven't been looking. Will keep a keen eye next time I'm out!
Kristina Sloggett says
we just started seeing kabocha in the stores Kim, so you should too. of course, in my favorite Asian markets I can get them year round, so if you don't see them soon and have an Asian market, check there! 😉
Bianca says
Oooh, yes! I'm pinning this. I love kabocha squash but don't eat nearly enough of it.
Kristina Sloggett says
thanks for the pin, Bianca! enjoy! and... ha! I probably eat enough kabocha for the both of us... 😉
Holland VanDieren says
Just checking in to pay homage to you, Kristina ... I'm on your blog multi times a week, and your recipe ideas are delectable and inspiring. Thanks for all the vegan joy you give me. I have to try this one next!
Kristina Sloggett says
well THANK YOU, Holland! you have no idea how happy this comment makes me - I needed it today! thank you for reading, and enjoy!
Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says
Black salt and tofu is legit. I love this idea with the turmeric too. We need all the anti-inflammatory stuff we can get after the Tough Mudder!
Kristina Sloggett says
ha, I bet! oof, I have zero desire to do one of those, more power to you two...