Eggs with Cheese and Olive Oil
Elevate your breakfast or brunch with this simple yet luxurious recipe for Eggs with Cheese and Olive Oil. Combining fluffy scrambled eggs with gooey melted cheese, this dish is cooked to perfection in a drizzle of rich, golden olive oil for a subtle Mediterranean twist. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s seasoned with a touch of salt and black pepper and topped with fresh parsley for a vibrant garnish. Perfect for busy mornings or relaxed weekends, this one-pan recipe ensures minimal cleanup while delivering maximum flavor. Customize it with your favorite cheese—be it sharp cheddar, creamy mozzarella, or something more adventurous—to suit your palate. Pair it with crusty bread or a fresh side salad, and enjoy a hearty, satisfying meal that’s as easy to make as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Crack the eggs into a medium-sized bowl and whisk them until well combined. Add the salt and black pepper, and whisk briefly to incorporate the seasonings.
Grate or shred the cheese of your choice and set it aside.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil, allowing it to warm up but not smoke.
Pour the whisked eggs into the skillet and let them cook undisturbed for about 1 minute until the edges begin to set.
Using a spatula, gently stir and fold the eggs, ensuring they remain soft and creamy.
When the eggs are about 80% cooked but still slightly runny, sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly across the top.
Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Allow the cheese to melt gently for about 2 minutes.
Once the cheese has melted and the eggs are fully cooked but still tender, remove the skillet from the heat.
Transfer the cheesy eggs to serving plates. Drizzle a little more olive oil on top for added flavor and richness, if desired.
Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious eggs with cheese and olive oil!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1508 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 127.4 g | 163% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.9 g | 310% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1000 mg | 333% | |
| Sodium | 2362 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.3 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 85.0 g | 170% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 1827 mg | 141% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 528 mg | 11% | |
*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.
