Egg and Vegetable Scramble (Printer version)

A light fluffy egg dish with colorful seasonal vegetables ready in 20 minutes.

# What You'll 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

# Directions:

01 - Whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl until well combined and slightly frothy.
02 - Heat olive oil or butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
03 - Add red onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 2 minutes until softened and fragrant.
04 - Add zucchini and cherry tomatoes. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally until tomatoes begin to blister.
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 cooking, stirring occasionally, until the eggs are just set but still soft and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
08 - Remove from heat immediately, sprinkle with fresh herbs, and serve while hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Its ready in twenty minutes flat, perfect for those mornings when you want something wholesome but have zero patience
  • The vegetables keep their bright personality while the eggs turn everything into a comforting hug on a plate
02 -
  • Low and slow heat prevents rubbery eggs, so resist cranking up the stove even when you are hungry
  • The eggs continue cooking after you remove them from the pan, so take them off when they still look slightly wet
03 -
  • A non-stick skillet is your best friend here, preventing any sticking frustration
  • Fresh herbs at the end make all the difference compared to dried ones cooked into the eggs
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