Whole30 Egg Taco

Elevate your breakfast or brunch game with these vibrant and nutrient-packed Whole30 Egg Tacos! This quick and easy recipe swaps traditional taco shells for crisp romaine lettuce leaves, creating a wholesome, gluten-free base for fluffy scrambled eggs cooked with tender red bell peppers. Creamy mashed avocado, brightened with a hint of lime and fresh cilantro, adds a luxurious layer of flavor, while a sprinkle of green onions provides the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 20 minutes, these protein-rich tacos are perfect for those following Whole30, paleo, or low-carb diets, offering a satisfying and refreshing meal bursting with color, texture, and zesty flavor. Whether it’s for a healthy weekday breakfast or a crowd-pleasing brunch, these egg tacos are a delicious way to start your day!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large eggs
• 1 medium avocado
• 0.5 medium red bell pepper
• 2 stalks green onions
• 0.25 cup cilantro
• 1 small lime
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 large romaine lettuce leaves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Crack the eggs into a bowl, add the salt and black pepper, and beat until well mixed.

Step 2

Chop the red bell pepper into small cubes and thinly slice the green onions.

Step 3

In a medium-sized skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the chopped red bell pepper and cook for about 3 minutes until slightly softened.

Step 5

Pour the beaten eggs into the skillet with the bell peppers.

Step 6

Gently scramble the eggs with the peppers using a spatula, stirring occasionally until the eggs are fully cooked and set, about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from the heat and set aside.

Step 8

Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Mash with a fork until creamy.

Step 9

Chop the cilantro and add it to the mashed avocado. Squeeze half of the lime over the mix and stir well.

Step 10

Arrange the romaine lettuce leaves on a serving platter or individual plates to create the base of your taco shells.

Step 11

Spoon the scrambled egg and pepper mixture onto each lettuce leaf.

Step 12

Top each with a generous dollop of the avocado and cilantro mix.

Step 13

Sprinkle the sliced green onions on top of each taco for additional flavor and crunch.

Step 14

Cut the remaining half of the lime into wedges and serve alongside the egg tacos for an extra burst of fresh lime juice, if desired.

Step 15

Serve immediately and enjoy your nutritious Whole30 Egg Tacos!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(605.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	839.1

Total Fat 69.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 744mg	0%
Sodium 1491.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 28.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.4g	0%
Total Sugars 6.4g
Protein 30.7g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 203.5mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 1488.8mg	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: 72.7%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 13.1%