Egg and Vegetable Scramble (Print Version)

A fluffy egg dish with colorful vegetables, ready in 20 minutes for a nutritious breakfast.

# What You Need:

→ Eggs

01 - 4 large eggs
02 - 2 tablespoons milk or dairy-free alternative
03 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Vegetables

04 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 1/2 cup baby spinach leaves
06 - 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
07 - 1/4 cup zucchini, diced
08 - 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped

→ Extras

09 - 1 tablespoon olive oil or unsalted butter
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (parsley, chives, or basil), chopped

# How To Make:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until well combined and slightly frothy.
02 - Heat olive oil or butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
03 - Add red onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 2 minutes until softened.
04 - Add zucchini and cherry tomatoes. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
05 - Stir in spinach and cook until just wilted, about 1 minute.
06 - Pour the beaten eggs over the vegetables. Allow to set for 30 seconds, then gently stir with a spatula, scraping the eggs from the edges toward the center.
07 - Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the eggs are just set but still soft and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
08 - Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh herbs, and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in 20 minutes but tastes like something from a weekend brunch spot
  • Uses up vegetables that might otherwise go forgotten in your refrigerator
  • Each bite offers different colors, textures, and flavors that keep breakfast interesting
02 -
  • Remove the pan from heat while the eggs still look slightly undercooked since residual heat completes the process
  • Cooking vegetables in stages prevents them from becoming waterlogged and mushy
  • Low and slow is the secret to eggs that remain tender instead of turning rubbery
03 -
  • Pat the diced zucchini dry with paper towels before cooking to prevent excess water in your finished dish
  • Use a silicone spatula instead of metal to avoid scratching your non-stick skillet and get better leverage when folding the eggs
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