Egg and Vegetable Scramble (Print Version)

Fluffy eggs with colorful seasonal vegetables, ready in 20 minutes for a nutritious breakfast.

# Components:

→ Eggs

01 - 4 large eggs
02 - 2 tablespoons milk
03 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Vegetables

04 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 1/2 cup baby spinach leaves
06 - 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
07 - 1/4 cup zucchini, diced
08 - 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped

→ Extras

09 - 1 tablespoon olive oil or unsalted butter
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (parsley, chives, or basil), chopped

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl until well combined and slightly frothy.
02 - Heat olive oil or butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
03 - Add red onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 2 minutes until softened.
04 - Add zucchini and cherry tomatoes. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
05 - Stir in spinach and cook until just wilted, about 1 minute.
06 - Pour the beaten eggs over the vegetables. Allow to set for 30 seconds, then gently stir with a spatula, scraping the eggs from the edges toward the center.
07 - Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the eggs are just set but still soft and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
08 - Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh herbs, and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses up those lonely vegetables in your crisper drawer before they turn
  • Comes together faster than you can brew a pot of coffee
  • Makes you feel like you ate something fancy without actually trying
02 -
  • Eggs keep cooking after you pull them from the heat, so err on the side of underdone
  • High heat makes eggs rubbery and tough, medium-low is your friend here
03 -
  • Pre-chop your vegetables the night before and this becomes a 5-minute breakfast
  • Use a non-stick pan in decent shape, eggs stick to everything else
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