High-Protein Gourmet Breakfast Scramble
A delightful and high-protein breakfast dish featuring expertly seasoned eggs with fresh vegetables and a hint of lemon. Perfect for a morning energy boost.
Total time: 20 min
Servings: 1
Calories: 1500 per serving
Protein: 120g | Carbs: 150g | Fat: 50g
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large tomato, diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 300g high-protein bread or bagels (to meet calorie and carb requirements)
- 1 scoop protein powder (unflavored or vanilla)
- Optional: Fresh herbs for garnish (e.g., parsley or chives)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, lemon juice, protein powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Add onions to the skillet and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add diced tomato to the onions and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes soften.
- Pour the egg mixture into the skillet with vegetables and let it sit for a few seconds.
- Gently stir the eggs to scramble, cooking until they are just set, about 2-3 minutes.
- Toast the high-protein bread or bagels until golden brown.
- Serve the scramble with the toasted bread, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.