Description
A nutritious and satisfying high-protein breakfast scramble loaded with eggs, vegetables, quinoa or brown rice, and melted cheese. This quick and easy skillet recipe combines wholesome ingredients to kickstart your day with energy and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk or almond milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetables and Add-ins
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup spinach, rough chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- Hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the egg mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until well combined. Set aside to allow flavors to meld.
- Sauté the vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper, cooking until they soften and start to caramelize, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add spinach and tomatoes: Stir in the chopped spinach, letting it wilt slightly before adding the halved cherry tomatoes. Cook for an additional minute to combine flavors.
- Combine eggs with vegetables: Reduce heat to low and pour the egg mixture over the sautéed vegetables in the skillet. Stir gently to evenly mix.
- Add grains and cook eggs: As the eggs start to set, sprinkle in the cooked quinoa or brown rice. Continue cooking on low heat, stirring gently until eggs are fully cooked but still moist.
- Melt the cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the scramble. Cover the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts thoroughly.
- Serve with toppings: Plate the scramble warm, garnished with avocado slices, fresh cilantro, and a dash of hot sauce if desired for a spicy kick.
Notes
- Feel free to use any cheese variety you prefer, such as cheddar, mozzarella, or Monterey Jack.
- This recipe is easily customizable: add cooked sausage or bacon for extra protein, or swap vegetables according to what you have on hand.
- Use almond milk for a dairy-free or lower-calorie option.
- Leftover quinoa or brown rice can be prepared in advance to save time in the morning.
- To keep it vegetarian, omit any meat additions and use plant-based cheese if desired.
