High Protein Scrambled Eggs with Cottage Cheese
Elevate your breakfast game with these High Protein Scrambled Eggs with Cottage Cheese, a quick and nutritious option perfect for busy mornings or post-workout meals. Packed with protein-rich ingredients like creamy cottage cheese and fresh eggs, this dish gets an extra health boost from vibrant spinach, juicy cherry tomatoes, and zesty green onions. The secret to its irresistibly fluffy texture lies in gently folding the eggs over low heat, ensuring a soft and moist scramble every time. Ready in just 15 minutes, this wholesome recipe is not only satisfying but also versatile, making it an excellent choice for a hearty breakfast or light lunch. Serve it on toast or enjoy it as is for a high-protein, low-carb meal that will keep you energized all day long!
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Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 0.5 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 pieces cherry tomatoes
- 2 stalks green onions
Directions
Step 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs with salt and black pepper until well blended.
Step 2
Stir in the cottage cheese until well combined with the egg mixture.
Step 3
Chop the spinach, cherry tomatoes, and green onions into bite-sized pieces.
Step 4
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt the butter.
Step 5
Add the spinach to the skillet and cook for about 1 minute until it begins to wilt.
Step 6
Reduce the heat to low, then pour in the egg and cottage cheese mixture.
Step 7
Using a spatula, gently stir the mixture as it begins to set, cooking the eggs softly for about 3 to 4 minutes.
Step 8
After the eggs have started to firm up but are still slightly runny, add the cherry tomatoes and green onions.
Step 9
Continue to cook, gently stirring, until the eggs are fully cooked but still moist, about 2 more minutes.
Step 10
Serve immediately with your choice of toast or as a standalone protein-rich dish garnished with additional green onions if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (527.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 530.5 |
| Total Fat 33.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 787.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1233.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 20.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.4g | |
| Protein 35.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 171.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 227.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 904.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories