Low Fat Scrambled Eggs with Cottage Cheese
Start your day with a protein-packed, guilt-free twist on a breakfast classic with this Low Fat Scrambled Eggs with Cottage Cheese recipe! Featuring fluffy, creamy scrambled eggs enriched with low-fat cottage cheese, this dish is a wholesome way to enjoy a satisfying morning meal without excess fat or calories. The addition of skim milk ensures a light and airy texture, while freshly chopped chives provide a burst of herbaceous flavor. Perfectly seasoned and cooked to tender perfection in just 10 minutes, this quick and easy recipe caters to your healthy eating goals while delivering unbeatable taste. Ideal for busy mornings or a simple brunch, these scrambled eggs pair beautifully with whole-grain toast or a side of fresh fruit for a complete, balanced meal.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces large eggs
- 0.5 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons skim milk
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 spray cooking spray
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized bowl, crack the eggs, add the skim milk, salt, and pepper, and whisk together until thoroughly blended.
Step 2
Fold in the low-fat cottage cheese until well combined with the egg mixture.
Step 3
Preheat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and lightly coat it with cooking spray.
Step 4
Pour the egg mixture into the skillet. Allow the eggs to cook undisturbed for about 30 seconds or until the edges begin to set.
Step 5
Gently stir the eggs with a spatula, scraping from the edges toward the center. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally until the eggs are just set but still moist and creamy, about 3 to 4 minutes.
Step 6
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chopped chives over the eggs, gently folding them in before serving.
Step 7
Serve immediately, enjoying your healthy and delicious low-fat scrambled eggs with cottage cheese.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (347.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 387.0 |
| Total Fat 22.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 758.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1245.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 10.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 6.2g | |
| Protein 37.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 173.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 272.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 474.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories