Heart-Healthy Egg Bhurji
Elevate your breakfast or brunch game with this *Heart-Healthy Egg Bhurji*, a nutritious twist on the classic Indian scrambled egg dish. Made with protein-rich eggs, antioxidant-packed vegetables like tomatoes and green bell peppers, and cooked in heart-smart extra virgin olive oil, this recipe delivers on both flavor and health. A seasoning of turmeric, cumin, and red chili powder infuses the dish with vibrant spices, while a garnish of fresh cilantro adds a burst of freshness. Paired with creamy avocado slices and toasted whole-grain bread, this quick and wholesome recipe is perfect for a balanced meal that supports your cardiovascular health. Ready in just 25 minutes, the *Heart-Healthy Egg Bhurji* is a flavorful, nourishing, and easy-to-make dish for any time of the day.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium Tomato, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup Green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 small Green chilies, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 small Avocado, sliced
- 4 Whole-grain bread slices, toasted
Instructions
Crack the eggs into a bowl and whisk until smooth. Set aside.
Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Add cumin seeds to the hot oil and sauté until they start to crackle.
Add the chopped onion and green chilies, sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
Stir in the chopped tomatoes, green bell pepper, turmeric powder, red chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and pour the whisked eggs into the skillet, stirring continuously to scramble the eggs.
Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the eggs are fully cooked and form small curds.
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Serve the Egg Bhurji hot with slices of avocado and toasted whole-grain bread on the side. Enjoy your heart-healthy meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1068 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.7 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 744 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 2171 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.9 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.6 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.7 g | ||
| Protein | 46.9 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 353 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 1733 mg | 37% | |
*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.
