Description
Southwest Egg Scramble is a vibrant and hearty breakfast dish that combines fluffy eggs, colorful bell peppers, savory onions, and a hint of spice. Perfect for busy mornings or leisurely brunches, this mouthwatering scramble will energize your day with every flavorful bite. With its easy preparation and customizable ingredients, it’s an ideal meal for any time of the day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped, any color)
- 1/2 cup sweet onion (chopped)
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese (grated)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Chop bell peppers and onion; grate cheese.
- Whisk eggs in a bowl with salt and pepper until combined.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté onions until translucent, then add bell peppers.
- Stir in cumin and paprika; pour in the whisked eggs while gently mixing.
- When eggs are slightly runny, sprinkle cheddar on top and cover to melt.
- Once fully cooked, garnish with fresh cilantro and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 560mg