Heart-Healthy Cheesy Sausage Scrambled Eggs
Wake up to a wholesome and flavorful start with Heart-Healthy Cheesy Sausage Scrambled Eggs—a lighter twist on a breakfast classic! This protein-packed dish features nutrient-rich ingredients like egg whites and skim milk, paired with savory diced turkey sausage and a touch of reduced-fat cheddar cheese for a satisfying cheesy finish. Vibrant sautéed onions and red bell peppers add a burst of flavor and color, while olive oil ensures heart-friendly cooking. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy skillet scramble is perfect for busy mornings. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of freshness, and enjoy a balanced, guilt-free breakfast that’s big on taste and kind to your heart.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces large eggs
- 2 pieces egg whites
- 1 cup cooked turkey sausage, diced
- 0.5 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.25 cup skim milk
- 0.5 cup onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Crack the eggs into a bowl and add the egg whites. Whisk together until well combined. Stir in the skim milk, salt, and black pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and red bell pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the diced turkey sausage to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and let it set for a few seconds. Gently stir with a spatula, pushing the eggs from the edges towards the center.
Once the eggs are mostly cooked but still slightly runny, sprinkle the reduced-fat cheddar cheese over the top.
Continue to cook, stirring gently, until the eggs are fully set and the cheese has melted.
Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley if using for garnish.
Serve immediately while hot. Enjoy your heart-healthy cheesy sausage scrambled eggs!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1111 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.0 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.7 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 945 mg | 315% | |
| Sodium | 3064 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.5 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.2 g | ||
| Protein | 85.0 g | 170% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 675 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1295 mg | 28% | |
*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.
