Heart-Healthy Classic Ham and Eggs
Start your day on a wholesome note with our Heart-Healthy Classic Ham and Eggs, a light yet satisfying spin on the beloved breakfast staple. This nutritious recipe swaps traditional ham for low-sodium lean turkey ham and replaces whole eggs with protein-packed egg whites, making it perfect for those watching their cholesterol. Enhanced with vibrant spinach, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dish packs a punch of flavor while remaining guilt-free. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s ideal for busy mornings and serves as a delicious reminder that eating heart-smart can be fast and flavorful. Perfect for health-conscious foodies seeking easy, balanced breakfast recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 large egg whites
- 4 slices low-sodium lean turkey ham
- 1 cup spinach
- 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 avocado
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the extra-virgin olive oil.
Chop the turkey ham slices into bite-sized pieces and add them to the skillet. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until they start to brown slightly.
Add the spinach to the skillet and cook for another minute until it wilts.
While the spinach cooks, slice the cherry tomatoes in half and dice the avocado.
Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and stir briefly. Cook for another minute.
In a bowl, whisk the egg whites with the black pepper and salt until slightly frothy.
Pour the egg whites into the skillet over the ham and vegetable mixture. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the egg whites are fully set, about 3-4 minutes.
Transfer the cooked mixture to plates and garnish with diced avocado and fresh parsley.
Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy ham and eggs!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
492 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.9 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 1354 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.6 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.5 g | ||
| Protein | 61.2 g | 122% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 92 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1540 mg | 33% | |
*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.
