Veggie & Egg Scramble with Avocado

Eggs scrambled with spinach, tomatoes and peppers, topped with avocado — a savory, protein-rich breakfast that keeps blood sugar steady.

  • 1 serving
  • Prep 5 min
  • Cook 10 min
  • Ready in 15 min
  • About 17 g protein
An egg dish filled with wilted spinach and diced tomatoes on a white plate

A savory breakfast is one of the simplest ways to avoid the morning sugar crash. Here's why this one works:

  • Protein + healthy fats + fiber = a balanced start that keeps blood sugar stable.
  • Vegetables first thing in the morning set the tone for the day (and help flatten glucose response).
  • Avocado adds creaminess and extra healthy fat to keep you satisfied.

— Kristen

Ingredients

Nutrition per serving

Calories
370
Protein
17 g

Serving: 1 plate. Estimated from USDA values for the ingredients listed, so your numbers will vary with the brands you use.

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a nonstick pan over medium heat.
  2. Add onion/pepper and cook until softened (2–3 minutes).
  3. Stir in spinach and tomatoes; cook until wilted.
  4. Crack eggs directly into the pan and scramble gently with the veggies. Cook until eggs are set.
  5. Plate the scramble and top with avocado slices.
  6. Season with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs.
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