Egg White Veggie Scramble (Printable)

Fluffy egg whites meet sautéed veggies and fresh salsa for a light, protein-rich breakfast to energize your morning.

# 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

# How To Make It:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 20 minutes for busy mornings
  • Packed with 16g of protein per serving
  • Naturally low in calories and carbs
  • Customizable with whatever veggies you have on hand
  • Vibrant and colorful way to start your day
02 -
  • Separate eggs when cold for easier handling, but allow egg whites to come to room temperature for fluffier results
  • Pre-chop all vegetables before starting to cook for a smoother cooking process
  • Use a silicone spatula for gently folding the eggs to maintain fluffiness
  • Make a double batch and refrigerate leftovers for quick breakfasts throughout the week
  • For meal prep, store the cooked scramble and salsa separately, reheating the eggs gently before adding cold salsa
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