Enjoy a bright and balanced start to the morning

(NC) Breakfast is the most important meal of the day because it’s your first opportunity to nourish your body. This can boost your energy through the day and set a positive tone for the hours ahead.

These breakfast tacos are a delicious and wholesome way to do just that. Warm tortillas filled with fluffy eggs and savoury mushrooms form the base. Creamy slices of avocados from Mexico offer a satisfying mix of flavours while delivering good fats and an excellent source of fibre to help keep you fuelled.

Egg, Avocado and Mushroom Breakfast Tacos

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos

Ingredients:

• 4 small tortillas
• 1 ripe avocado from Mexico, sliced
• 4 eggs
• 1 cup (250 ml) sliced mushrooms
• 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil or butter
• 2 tbsps (30 ml) chopped green onion
• Lime wedges
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Optional additions: salsa, chili flakes, shredded cheese, chopped fresh cilantro

Directions:

1. Sauté the mushrooms
   Heat the olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until tender and lightly golden. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a bowl and keep warm.
2. Scramble the eggs
   Whisk the eggs in the same skillet with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring gently until soft and fluffy. Remove from heat.
3. Warm the tortillas
   Heat the tortillas in a dry skillet for a few seconds per side until warm and pliable.
4. Assemble the tacos
   Layer scrambled eggs onto each tortilla. Add a spoonful of mushrooms, followed by slices of avocado. Sprinkle with green onion and cilantro if desired.
5. Finish and serve
   Add salsa or chili flakes for heat, a squeeze of lime for brightness, and serve immediately.

Nutrition notes:

• For a lighter option, use corn tortillas.
• Avocados bring creaminess and a boost of good fats and fibre, helping you stay comfortably full throughout the morning.
• To add extra vegetables, sauté spinach or peppers with the mushrooms.