Southwestern Eggs with a Kick

Wake up your breakfast routine with these vibrant Southwestern Eggs with a Kick! Packed with bold flavors and a hint of heat, this easy-to-make dish combines fluffy scrambled eggs with sautéed red bell peppers, spicy jalapeños, creamy black beans, and melty cheddar cheese. Infused with aromatic spices like cumin and chili powder, every bite is bursting with southwestern flair. Topped with fresh cilantro and paired with a dollop of zesty salsa, these eggs are a deliciously satisfying meal on their own or wrapped in warm tortillas for a hearty breakfast taco. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy mornings or weekend brunches with a spicy twist! Keywords: Southwestern scrambled eggs, spicy breakfast recipes, easy egg recipes, breakfast tacos.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 small, diced red bell pepper
• 1 small, finely chopped jalapeño
• 3 stalks, thinly sliced green onion
• 0.5 cup, drained and rinsed black beans
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh cilantro
• 0.25 cup, for serving salsa
• 4 small, optional for serving tortillas

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and olive oil, allowing them to melt together and coat the pan.

Step 3

Add the diced red bell pepper and chopped jalapeño to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Add the sliced green onions and black beans to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to warm the beans through.

Step 5

Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and gently stir using a spatula, ensuring the vegetables are evenly distributed.

Step 6

Cook the eggs over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until they are softly scrambled but still slightly creamy, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 7

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the eggs, allowing it to melt for 1-2 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped fresh cilantro for a burst of brightness.

Step 9

Serve the Southwestern eggs immediately with a spoonful of salsa on top. Optionally, serve alongside warm tortillas for a more filling meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(891.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1472.5

Total Fat 84.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 1210.2mg	0%
Sodium 2776.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 105.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.9g	0%
Total Sugars 13.6g
Protein 70.7g	0%

Vitamin D 259.0IU	0%
Calcium 857.6mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 1195.8mg	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: 51.9%

Protein: 19.3%

Carbs: 28.8%