Vegetarian Ovos Mexidos

Brighten up your breakfast or brunch with this vibrant and satisfying recipe for Vegetarian Ovos Mexidos, a delicious twist on the classic Portuguese scrambled eggs. Packed with fresh, colorful vegetables like red bell peppers, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, and spinach, this dish is a wholesome, protein-rich meal that’s ready in just 25 minutes. The creamy texture of perfectly scrambled eggs is elevated with a sprinkle of melted cheese and the fresh zing of cilantro, while olive oil adds a subtle richness. Whether you’re looking for a meatless breakfast idea or a light dinner option, this easy vegetarian recipe is sure to please. Serve it with crusty bread or avocado slices for a complete, nutritious meal that’s as delightful to eat as it is to prepare! Perfect for vegetarians and egg-lovers alike, “Vegetarian Ovos Mexidos” is a must-try dish to add to your repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Large eggs
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium, diced Onion
• 1 medium, diced Red bell pepper
• 1 cup, sliced Mushrooms
• 1 cup, halved Cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup, loosely packed Spinach
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup, chopped Fresh cilantro
• 0.5 cup Grated cheese (cheddar or similar)

Directions

Step 1

Crack the eggs into a bowl, season with salt and pepper, and beat them with a whisk until thoroughly blended. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onion starts to soften.

Step 4

Add the diced red bell pepper and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 5

Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook for 1 minute until they begin to soften.

Step 6

Add the spinach to the skillet and stir until it wilts, about 1 minute.

Step 7

Pour the beaten eggs over the vegetables and let them cook undisturbed for a few moments.

Step 8

Using a spatula, gently stir and fold the eggs, bringing them towards the center, allowing the uncooked portions to flow to the bottom.

Step 9

Continue cooking until the eggs are set but still slightly creamy, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 10

Sprinkle in the grated cheese and fresh cilantro, gently folding everything together.

Step 11

Remove the skillet from the heat and serve immediately, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(994.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1143.2

Total Fat 83.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 1176mg	0%
Sodium 2244.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g	0%
Total Sugars 19.2g
Protein 61.0g	0%

Vitamin D 252IU	0%
Calcium 658.4mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 2198.4mg	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: 64.0%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 15.3%