Egg White Veggie Scramble (Print View)

Fluffy egg whites with sautéed veggies and fresh salsa for a light, nutritious start.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Eggs

01 - 6 large egg whites

→ Vegetables

02 - 1/2 cup diced bell pepper, any color
03 - 1/2 cup diced zucchini
04 - 1/4 cup diced red onion
05 - 1/2 cup baby spinach, chopped
06 - 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

→ Seasonings

07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, optional
10 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika, optional

→ Toppings

11 - 1/2 cup fresh salsa, store-bought or homemade
12 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro, optional

→ Cooking

13 - 2 teaspoons olive oil or cooking spray

# Directions:

01 - Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil or cooking spray in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
02 - Add bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly softened.
03 - Add spinach and cherry tomatoes; cook for 1 to 2 minutes until spinach wilts.
04 - In a bowl, whisk egg whites with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika if using.
05 - Push vegetables to one side of the skillet. Add remaining 1 teaspoon oil if needed, then pour in egg whites.
06 - Let set undisturbed for 30 seconds, then gently scramble, mixing the vegetables in as eggs cook.
07 - Remove from heat when eggs are just set but still moist.
08 - Divide between plates, top with salsa and fresh cilantro.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy - ready in just 20 minutes
  • Low-calorie but filling with 16g of protein per serving
  • Naturally gluten-free and low-carb
  • Versatile - easy to customize with your favorite vegetables
  • Perfect for weight loss and healthy eating goals
02 -
  • Pat vegetables dry after washing to prevent excess moisture in the scramble
  • For restaurant-quality scrambled eggs, remove from heat when they look slightly underdone
  • Make a double batch of the vegetable mixture on Sunday for quick weekday breakfasts
  • Fresh homemade salsa will elevate this dish, but a good quality store-bought version works well too
  • Separate egg whites in advance and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days
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