Easy Mexican Scrambled Eggs
Start your morning with a burst of vibrant flavors with this Easy Mexican Scrambled Eggs recipe! Perfect for a quick and hearty breakfast or brunch, this dish combines fluffy, cumin-spiced eggs with a colorful medley of sautéed onions, tomatoes, and bell peppers. Fresh cilantro and melted cheddar cheese lend a savory, herbaceous finish, while the option to serve with warm tortillas transforms it into a taco-style meal. Ready in just 20 minutes, this one-skillet recipe is a flavorful, protein-packed way to kick off your day with a taste of Mexico. Perfect for busy mornings and easy enough for novice cooks, it’s a must-try addition to your breakfast repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 cup diced onion
- 0.5 cup diced tomato
- 0.5 cup diced green bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 0.25 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cumin
- 4 pieces tortillas (optional)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them together with the milk, salt, black pepper, and ground cumin. Set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes or until it becomes translucent.
Add the diced tomato and diced green bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.
Lower the heat to medium-low, then pour the egg mixture into the skillet over the sautéed vegetables.
Using a spatula, gently stir the eggs continuously, scraping the bottom of the skillet to create soft, fluffy curds.
Once the eggs are nearly set but still slightly runny, sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese and chopped cilantro over the top. Stir gently to combine.
Remove the scrambled eggs from the heat while they are still slightly creamy, as they will continue to cook from residual heat.
Serve immediately with warm tortillas on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1118 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.2 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.6 g | 93% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 777 mg | 259% | |
| Sodium | 2463 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 109.3 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.9 g | ||
| Protein | 46.5 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 552 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 1039 mg | 22% | |
*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.
