Heart-Healthy Scrambled Eggs with Salsa
Start your morning the heart-healthy way with this vibrant scrambled eggs with salsa recipe, packed with protein and fresh flavors. Featuring fluffy egg whites whisked with a touch of low-fat milk and gently cooked in extra virgin olive oil, this dish delivers both nutrition and taste. The homemade salsa—crafted with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp red onion, fragrant cilantro, zesty lime juice, and a hint of jalapeño—adds a refreshing kick that pairs beautifully with the creamy eggs. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy breakfast is perfect for busy mornings or an energizing weekend brunch. Enjoy a light yet satisfying meal that’s as nourishing as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces large egg whites
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon low-fat milk
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup red onion
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 0.5 pieces jalapeño pepper
Instructions
Dice the cherry tomatoes and red onion, then finely chop the cilantro and jalapeño pepper. Combine them in a bowl with the lime juice. Stir well and set aside to let the flavors meld.
In a medium bowl, whisk the egg whites, low-fat milk, black pepper, and salt until frothy and well combined.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, pour in the egg mixture. Let it sit unstirred for a few moments until it starts to set around the edges.
Gently stir with a spatula, pushing the cooked portions from the edges towards the center. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the eggs are fully cooked and soft.
Transfer the scrambled egg whites to serving plates.
Top the scrambled eggs with a generous spoonful of the prepared salsa.
Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy breakfast.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
286 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.2 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 648 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.3 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.5 g | ||
| Protein | 24.3 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 837 mg | 18% | |
*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.
