Heart-Healthy Cheesy Ham Scrambled Eggs
Start your day with a nutritious twist on a breakfast favorite: Heart-Healthy Cheesy Ham Scrambled Eggs. This satisfying recipe combines the creamy richness of reduced-fat cheddar cheese with the savory goodness of reduced-sodium ham, all folded into fluffy scrambled eggs enhanced with a splash of low-fat milk. Sautéed fresh spinach adds a boost of vitamins, while a sprinkle of black pepper and fresh chives elevates the dish with vibrant flavor. Cooked in just a teaspoon of heart-friendly olive oil, this quick and easy breakfast option is ready in under 20 minutes, making it perfect for busy mornings. With its balanced ingredients, high protein content, and health-conscious approach, this dish is a wholesome way to fuel your day. Perfect for two, it’s a delicious way to make healthy eating feel indulgent!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces large eggs
- 2 tablespoons low-fat milk
- 100 grams reduced-sodium cooked ham
- 50 grams reduced-fat cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 50 grams fresh spinach leaves
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Crack the eggs into a medium-sized bowl and add the low-fat milk. Whisk together until the mixture is completely blended.
Step 2
Finely chop the reduced-sodium cooked ham and set aside.
Step 3
Grate the reduced-fat cheddar cheese and set aside.
Step 4
Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Step 5
Add the spinach leaves to the skillet and sauté for about 2 minutes, or until the leaves are wilted.
Step 6
Stir in the chopped ham and cook for another 2 minutes to warm it up.
Step 7
Pour in the egg and milk mixture into the skillet. Let it sit without stirring for about 30 seconds.
Step 8
Gently scrape the pan's bottom and sides with a spatula, lifting and folding the eggs over as they cook, keeping them moving across the skillet.
Step 9
As soon as the eggs begin to set, sprinkle the grated cheese evenly over the eggs and gently fold until the cheese has melted.
Step 10
Continue cooking until the eggs are softly set but still slightly runny in places. Remember, scrambled eggs should be slightly creamy.
Step 11
Season with black pepper, to taste, just before removing from the heat.
Step 12
Transfer to plates, garnish with freshly chopped chives, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (446.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 702.5 |
| Total Fat 49.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 826.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1514.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 11.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 3.3g | |
| Protein 57.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 183.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 569.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 869.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories