Low Sodium Cheesy Ham Scrambled Eggs
Start your day on a flavorful note with these Low Sodium Cheesy Ham Scrambled Eggs, a wholesome and satisfying breakfast dish that's perfect for those watching their sodium intake. This recipe combines fluffy, buttery scrambled eggs with savory bites of low sodium deli ham and creamy shredded cheddar cheese, creating a delightful balance of texture and taste. Fresh chives lend a pop of color and a hint of freshness, while black pepper adds a subtle kick. Made in just 20 minutes, this low sodium breakfast is as quick as it is delicious—ideal for busy mornings or a leisurely weekend brunch. Serve it with a slice of whole-grain toast or a fresh fruit salad for a complete, health-conscious meal that's big on flavor but light on salt.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 100 grams low sodium deli ham
- 60 grams low sodium shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons milk or cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a medium bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them together with the milk or cream until well blended. Set aside.
Chop the low sodium deli ham into small, bite-sized pieces.
Finely chop the fresh chives and set aside for garnish.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the unsalted butter. Allow it to melt and coat the bottom of the pan evenly.
Once the butter is melted, add the chopped ham to the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the ham is lightly heated through.
Pour the whisked eggs into the skillet, then immediately reduce the heat to low. Stir gently and continuously using a spatula, scraping the bottom of the skillet to form soft curds.
Just before the eggs are fully set, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the eggs evenly.
Continue to cook, stirring gently, until the eggs are softly set and creamy, and the cheese is melted.
Season with black pepper and remove from heat.
Garnish with chopped chives and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
764 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.9 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.4 g | 137% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 887 mg | 296% | |
| Sodium | 849 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.9 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.3 g | ||
| Protein | 58.1 g | 116% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 601 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 645 mg | 14% | |
*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.
