Almost Green Scrambled Eggs with Spinach 🍳
Description: Breakfast for one or double it. Tastes great with leftover ham. The green of the spinach is a nice contrast. Stir fry some red peppers and mushrooms to have on the side. Wholewheat toast Mmmm.
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Recipe Category: Breakfast
- Keywords: Lunch/Snacks, Cheese, Vegetable, Canadian, < 15 Mins, Stove Top, Easy, Inexpensive
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 425.7
- Fat Content: 28.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 14.7g
- Cholesterol Content: 428.9mg
- Sodium Content: 388.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 17.4g
- Fiber Content: 0.8g
- Sugar Content: 1.9g
- Protein Content: 24.4g
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1/4 cup milk
- 3 tablespoons sour cream
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 tablespoon lite olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Gradually mix the milk into the flour, whisking until smooth.
- Add sour cream (or cottage cheese), eggs, thyme, salt & pepper. Whisk until very well blended.
- Stir in the cheese and spinach.
- Heat skillet and spray with oil.
- Over medium heat, pour in the egg mixture, allowing it to firm on the bottom.
- With a spatula, disturb the eggs and flip so you continually get the uncooked egg on the bottom.
- Do not overcook the eggs.
Recipe Notes:
- This recipe is perfect for a quick and nutritious breakfast, providing a good balance of protein, healthy fats, and fiber.
- Feel free to customize this dish by adding in any leftover ingredients you have on hand, such as diced ham, red peppers, or mushrooms, as suggested.
- Serve with whole wheat toast or any other favorite breakfast sides for a satisfying meal to start your day.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences, adding more salt, pepper, or herbs as desired.
- Double the ingredients if you’re cooking for two or more people, and adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- Experiment with different types of cheese for varied flavors, or use dairy-free alternatives for a vegan version of this dish.
