Heart-Healthy Scrambled Egg Sandwich
Start your day with a nutritious and delicious twist on a classic breakfast sandwich—introducing the Heart-Healthy Scrambled Egg Sandwich! This balanced recipe combines fluffy scrambled eggs made with low-fat milk and seasoned with salt, pepper, and fresh chives, layered between hearty slices of toasted whole grain bread. Creamy avocado, juicy vine-ripened tomato, and a handful of baby spinach add bursts of flavor and essential nutrients, while extra virgin olive oil ensures a heart-friendly cooking method. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this wholesome, protein-packed meal that's perfect for busy mornings or a light lunch. Whether you're focusing on heart health or simply craving a satisfying, guilt-free option, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your rotation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Low-fat milk
- 1 teaspoon Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 slices Whole grain bread
- 0.5 whole Avocado
- 1 handful Baby spinach
- 1 small Vine-ripened tomato
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Chives
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk the eggs with low-fat milk, salt and pepper until well combined.
Heat the olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium-low heat.
Add the egg mixture to the pan, stirring continuously with a spatula to scramble the eggs gently.
Cook until the eggs are just set but still soft, about 3 to 4 minutes.
Meanwhile, toast the whole grain bread slices in a toaster until golden brown.
Slice the avocado and tomato into thin slices.
Place the baby spinach on one toasted bread slice, followed by the scrambled eggs, sliced avocado, and tomato.
Sprinkle chopped chives over the scrambled eggs for added flavor.
Top with the second bread slice and press gently.
Slice the sandwich in half, if desired, and enjoy your heart-healthy scrambled egg sandwich.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
589 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.0 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.7 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 374 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 1015 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.6 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.8 g | ||
| Protein | 25.0 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 209 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 897 mg | 19% | |
*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.
