Vegetarian Scrambled Eggs with Spinach and Onions
Elevate your morning routine with this flavorful and nutritious recipe for Vegetarian Scrambled Eggs with Spinach and Onions. Perfectly seasoned and packed with protein, these creamy scrambled eggs are enhanced by the sweetness of sautéed onions and the earthy freshness of wilted spinach. With an optional sprinkle of melted cheddar cheese for added decadence, this quick and easy breakfast comes together in just 20 minutes, making it ideal for busy mornings or weekend brunches. Made with simple ingredients like olive oil, eggs, milk, and vibrant greens, this dish is not only vegetarian but also a healthy way to kickstart your day. Serve warm and enjoy the delicious balance of textures and flavors, perfect for pairing with toast or roasted potatoes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.5 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (optional)
Instructions
Crack the eggs into a medium bowl, add the milk, salt, and pepper, and whisk until the mixture is well combined and slightly frothy.
Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onions to the skillet, sautéing them for about 3-4 minutes until they become translucent and slightly golden.
Stir in the fresh spinach and cook for an additional 2 minutes, or until the spinach has wilted down, stirring occasionally.
Pour the egg mixture into the skillet with the spinach and onions, allowing it to settle for a few seconds in the pan before stirring.
Gently stir the eggs, moving them around the pan with a spatula, until they form soft, creamy curds. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
If using, add the shredded cheddar cheese and continue stirring for another minute, allowing the cheese to melt into the eggs.
Once the eggs are fully cooked and the cheese, if added, has melted, remove the skillet from heat.
Serve the scrambled eggs immediately, garnished with extra black pepper if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
686 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.7 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.6 g | 103% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 807 mg | 269% | |
| Sodium | 1880 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.4 g | ||
| Protein | 41.2 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.6 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 624 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 491 mg | 10% | |
*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.
