Vegetarian Cheesy Ham Scrambled Eggs
Start your day with the ultimate comfort food twist on a breakfast classic: Vegetarian Cheesy Ham Scrambled Eggs. This dish combines the creamy fluffiness of perfectly slow-cooked scrambled eggs with the rich, gooey goodness of melted cheddar cheese and the savory bite of vegetarian ham slices. Enhanced with a touch of chives for freshness and cooked in butter and olive oil for added depth, this recipe is not only quick and easy—ready in just 20 minutes—but also packed with flavor. Ideal for brunch or a hearty breakfast for two, this vegetarian spin on the traditional cheesy ham scramble is a satisfying crowd-pleaser that leaves nothing to be desired. Whether you're new to meat substitutes or a longtime vegetarian, this dish delivers all the indulgent appeal of its classic counterpart while keeping things plant-friendly.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 100 g vegetarian ham slices
- 100 g cheddar cheese, grated
- 60 ml milk
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Instructions
1. Begin by chopping the vegetarian ham slices into small, bite-sized pieces.
2. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them together with milk, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.
3. Place a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add in the olive oil.
4. Once the oil is warm, add the vegetarian ham pieces and sauté them for 3-4 minutes until they are heated through and begin to develop a slight browning.
5. Remove the ham from the skillet and set it aside.
6. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low and add the butter.
7. Allow the butter to melt gently, then pour the egg mixture into the skillet.
8. Using a spatula, gently stir the eggs in a slow folding motion. Cook them over low heat to ensure a creamy texture.
9. As soon as the eggs begin to set, add in the sautéed vegetarian ham and grated cheddar cheese.
10. Continue to cook and gently stir the eggs until they are just cooked but still glossy and soft.
11. Remove the skillet from the heat and immediately transfer the scrambled eggs onto serving plates.
12. Garnish with freshly chopped chives and serve the delicious Vegetarian Cheesy Ham Scrambled Eggs hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1161 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.9 g | 111% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.8 g | 194% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 890 mg | 297% | |
| Sodium | 3277 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.9 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.8 g | ||
| Protein | 77.5 g | 155% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 985 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 859 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.
