Heart-Healthy Scrambled Eggs with Bacon and Potatoes

Start your day with a nutritious twist on a classic breakfast favorite with our Heart-Healthy Scrambled Eggs with Bacon and Potatoes. This wholesome recipe combines fluffy eggs and egg whites with crispy turkey bacon, tender sweet potatoes, and a generous handful of fresh spinach for a vibrant and flavorful dish. Lightly sautéed in heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil and seasoned with parsley, salt, and pepper, this protein-packed breakfast is perfect for those focusing on healthier lifestyle choices without sacrificing taste. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a balanced, low-fat meal that’s as satisfying as it is nourishing—ideal for busy mornings or a leisurely weekend brunch.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large eggs
• 2 egg whites
• 4 slices turkey bacon
• 1 medium sweet potato
• 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 onion
• 1 cup fresh spinach
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the sweet potato into small cubes.

Step 2

Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the diced sweet potatoes and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and slightly crispy.

Step 4

While the sweet potatoes cook, chop the onion and fresh parsley.

Step 5

Remove the sweet potatoes from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 teaspoon of olive oil.

Step 7

Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes.

Step 8

Add the turkey bacon slices to the skillet and cook until crispy, about 5 minutes.

Step 9

Remove cooked bacon and onion from skillet and set aside.

Step 10

In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg whites, salt, and black pepper.

Step 11

Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and cook over medium-low heat.

Step 12

Gently stir the eggs with a spatula, occasionally scraping the bottom of the pan, until eggs are just set, about 3 to 4 minutes.

Step 13

Add the cooked sweet potatoes, turkey bacon, onion, and fresh spinach to the eggs.

Step 14

Gently fold the ingredients into the scrambled eggs until the spinach is wilted.

Step 15

Sprinkle fresh parsley on top, give it a final stir, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(558.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	893.0

Total Fat 65.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 815.2mg	0%
Sodium 2730.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 36.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.0g	0%
Total Sugars 11.7g
Protein 47.4g	0%

Vitamin D 181.1IU	0%
Calcium 276.3mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 1116.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.7%

Protein: 20.6%

Carbs: 15.8%