Paleo Scrambled Eggs with Bitter Melon

Elevate your breakfast or brunch game with Paleo Scrambled Eggs with Bitter Melon, a nutrient-packed dish that blends bold, earthy flavors with a light and wholesome twist. Perfect for those following a paleo lifestyle, this recipe combines tender slices of slightly bitter melon—a superfood known for its health benefits—with fluffy scrambled eggs, aromatic garlic, and sweet onions sautéed in fragrant coconut oil. Seasoned simply with sea salt, black pepper, and finished with fresh cilantro for a burst of herbal freshness, this quick and satisfying dish is ready in just 25 minutes. Whether you're looking to enjoy a nutritious low-carb meal or experiment with unique ingredients in your kitchen, this vibrant, protein-rich recipe is sure to delight your taste buds and leave you feeling energized.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 medium size bitter melon
• 4 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 0.5 medium, finely chopped onion
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

First, prepare the bitter melon by washing it under cold water. Slice it lengthwise and remove the seeds with a spoon. Thinly slice the bitter melon into half-moon shapes.

Step 2

Heat a large pan over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of coconut oil. Once the oil is hot, add the bitter melon slices and sauté them for about 5 minutes, or until they start to soften.

Step 3

While the bitter melon is cooking, mince the garlic cloves and set aside.

Step 4

Add the finely chopped onion to the pan, stir, and continue cooking for an additional 3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 5

In a mixing bowl, crack the eggs and beat them until the yolks and whites are fully combined. Season the eggs with sea salt and black pepper.

Step 6

Move the bitter melon and onion mixture to one side of the pan. Add the remaining tablespoon of coconut oil to the empty side of the pan and then pour in the beaten eggs.

Step 7

Allow the eggs to cook for 1 minute, then gently fold the eggs over themselves using a spatula until they start to set but are still creamy.

Step 8

Mix the eggs with the bitter melon and onion mixture, ensuring they are well combined. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the eggs are fully set.

Step 9

Remove the pan from heat and transfer the scrambled eggs with bitter melon to a serving plate.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(459.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	640.9

Total Fat 50.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 746.8mg	0%
Sodium 1631.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 17.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.2g	0%
Total Sugars 7.0g
Protein 27.9g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 160.5mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 902.4mg	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: 71.6%

Protein: 17.5%

Carbs: 10.9%